River Front Rehab: Food Safety Violations - NJ
During an initial tour on September 2nd, inspectors observed 15 flies buzzing around the third floor, 10 flies on the second floor, and four on the first floor. A large dead roach lay upside down in the doorway of a resident's room on the second floor.
The next day, inspectors found two flies hovering around a resident who couldn't be interviewed in their room. By September 5th, when inspectors toured the facility with the maintenance director, housekeeping director, environmental services president, and administrator, multiple flies were still visible on all three floors.
Eleven residents, including the Resident Council President, told inspectors during a group interview that flies were a constant presence in the building. They also reported frequently seeing large black water bugs in common areas and their individual rooms.
One resident said they had spotted a large black water bug in their room the night before the interview. Three residents confirmed seeing flies in the building on the day inspectors spoke with them.
"All of the residents confirmed the pests were bothersome to them," according to the inspection report.
The residents also reported ant problems around the second-floor nurses' desk. Two certified nursing assistants confirmed they had recently seen ants in that same area.
River Front's own pest control logs from June through September documented multiple reports of flies and cockroaches on all three units during that period. The facility's policy, updated in November 2024, states the building should be "kept free of insects and rodents" through an ongoing pest control program.
The Director of Housekeeping and Laundry told inspectors he had received recent reports of flies and was aware of water bug sightings throughout the facility. He said all staff were expected to document pest sightings in control books kept on each unit.
A pest control company visits the facility every Friday, providing treatment based on reports received during the previous week, according to the housekeeping director.
The Administrator told inspectors her expectation was that the facility should be free of pests.
Despite the weekly pest control visits and documentation requirements, the infestation persisted across multiple months. Facility records showed reports of flies and cockroaches on all three units from June through September.
The environmental services president and housekeeping director both confirmed observing multiple flies during their September 5th tour with inspectors and facility leadership.
Federal inspectors determined the fly infestation created potential for cross-contamination throughout the 34-resident facility. The violation fell under regulations requiring nursing homes to maintain effective pest control programs.
The complaint investigation revealed a disconnect between the facility's written policy promising pest-free conditions and the reality residents experienced daily. While pest control professionals visited weekly and staff were instructed to document sightings, flies continued swarming through resident rooms and common areas.
Residents described living with the constant presence of flying insects, large water bugs appearing in their bedrooms at night, and ants congregating around nursing stations. The group interview revealed unanimous frustration with conditions they found bothersome and disruptive to their daily lives.
The inspection occurred after a complaint was filed about conditions at the facility. Federal regulators classified the harm level as minimal, but noted the potential for actual harm from cross-contamination caused by the ongoing pest problems.
River Front Rehabilitation houses residents across three floors, all of which showed evidence of the infestation during the September investigation. The facility's inability to control pests despite documented policies and weekly professional visits highlighted systemic problems with their pest management approach.
Full Inspection Report
The details above represent a summary of key findings. View the complete inspection report for River Front Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center from 2025-11-21 including all violations, facility responses, and corrective action plans.
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RIVER FRONT REHABILITATION AND HEALTHCARE CENTER in PENNSAUKEN, NJ was cited for violations during a health inspection on November 21, 2025.
A large dead roach lay upside down in the doorway of a resident's room on the second floor.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.