Overlook Hospital Child Care Center - Summit NJ Regular Child Care Center

41 UPPER OVERLOOK RD , SUMMIT NJ 07901
(908) 522-5600

About the Provider

Description: Overlook Hospital Child Care Center is a Regular Child Care Center in SUMMIT NJ, with a maximum capacity of 150 children. This child care center helps with children in the age range of 0 - 13 years. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Program and Licensing Details

  • License Number: 20OVE0002
  • Capacity: 150
  • Age Range: 0 - 13 years
  • Enrolled in Subsidized Child Care Program: Yes
  • Current License Expiration Date: Jun 03, 2026
  • District Office: New Jersey Dept of Children and Families - Office of Licensing
  • District Office Phone: 1-877-667-9845 (Note: This is not the facility phone number.)

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Inspection/Report History

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Date Cited Date Abated Regulation Number
2023-01-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-4.3(a)
The children shall be supervised directly by a staff member at all times, including during outdoor activities, rest and sleep, and walking through hallways. Toileting procedures shall be supervised by a staff member as appropriate for the ages and developmental needs of the children.

Violation Observed: Ensure that adequate supervision is maintained at all times when children are utilizing the boppy pillow in Infant room 1. At the time of the inspection, staff was on the phone not supervising children and was unaware a child had slipped down into the boppy pillow with their face against the side of the boppy pillow. OOL inspector immediately removed the Boopy pillow from the classroom.
2023-01-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-6.4(b)(2)(ii)
The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children over the age of 12 months and under the age of five years, the center shall provide for each child a crib that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC), Federal Safety Standards for Full-Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CRF 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/frnotices/fr11/cribfinal.pdf, playpen, cot, mat, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirements: each cot or mat used for rest and sleep shall be covered with a sheet, blanket or other covering. An additional covering shall be provided for use as a covering for each child.

Violation Observed: Ensure that blankets are provided for use as a covering for each child throughout the center at nap time for children over 12 months. Ensure the center has extra blankets for the children.
2023-01-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-5.3(q)(1)(ii)
Space and room requirements are as follows: all space and rooms within the center to be used by children shall be inspected and approved by the Office of Licensing prior to their use. In making its determination, the Office of Licensing shall consider whether the space is too far removed, remote, or isolated from other areas of the center to be used by children. rooms or areas of the center that are not Office of Licensing-approved for use by children shall be made inaccessible to children.

Violation Observed: Ensure that unapproved space is inaccessible to the children at all times. At the time of the inspection, the were 3 children sitting at the front desk and 3 children sitting in the Director's office eating lunch.
2023-01-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-4.8(a)(1)
Topics of orientation training shall include supervising and tracking all children, as specified in N.J.A.C. 3A:52-4.3(a).

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff complete retraining on supervising children.
2023-01-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-4.5(e)(8)
For early childhood programs all staff that work with children under 2 1/2 years of age shall have training specific to this age group, which may include, but is not limited to, the New Jersey Infant/Toddler Credential administered through Professional Impact NJ, the Infant-Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential, or other trainings specifically related to the care of infants and toddlers. Each employee shall initiate this training within 90 days and complete it within one year.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all staff working with children under 2.5 years of age have training specific to this age group initiated within 90 days of hire and completed within one year.
2023-01-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-5.3(b)(1)
Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the building, land, walkways, and outdoor play area shall be free from hazards to the health, safety or well-being of the children.

Violation Observed: Provide an MOU to OOL that the playground will remain inaccessible to children while under construction and the children will continue to take walks. Notify OOL when the construction is complete for reinspection.
2023-01-20 2023-03-20 3A:52-4.5(a)(3)(i)(1)
The sponsor or sponsor representative shall designate individuals with the authority and responsibility to develop and implement written policies and procedures for the operation of the center, including a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the center has a table of organization that illustrates lines of authority, responsibility and communication. At the time of the inspection, the OOL approved Director denied her role as Director and indicated someone else was in charge until the OOL inspector confirmed she was the approved Director.
2022-12-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-7.5(b)(10)
The center shall develop and follow a policy on the administration of medication and health care procedures to children, which shall include the following provisions: the center shall store prescribed epinephrine pens in their original boxes with the child’s name and prescription. A special care plan or other documentation from a health care provider shall accompany the epinephrine pen. If two epinephrine pens are required, both shall be available. Each center under the jurisdiction of N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5 shall store back-up epinephrine pens on site consistent with the requirements stated at N.J.S.A. 18A:40-12.5.e(1).

Violation Observed: Ensure that the second Epi-pen is provided as per the special chare plan for a named child in Room 5.
2022-12-20 2023-01-20 3A:52-6.4(b)(1)(i)(2)
The center shall provide sleeping equipment for children 12 months of age and younger, the center shall provide for each child a crib, that complies with the Consumer Product Safety Commission's (CPSC) Federal Safety Standards for Full- Size and Non-Full-Size Baby Cribs; 16 CFR 1219 and 1220, which is incorporated herein by reference, and can be obtained through the CPSC's website at https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety- Education-Centers/cribs , playpen, or other Office of Licensing-approved sleeping equipment that meets the following requirement that each crib or playpen shall be equipped with a clean, snugly fitting sheet.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all cribs are equipped with snugly fitting sheets in Room 2.
2022-12-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-5.3(a)(15)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: ventilation outlets shall be clean and free from obstructions, and filters shall be replaced when saturated.

Violation Observed: Clean the vent by the door in Room 2.
2022-12-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-5.3(a)(2)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: floors, carpeting, walls, window coverings, ceilings, and other surfaces shall be kept clean and in good repair.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all surfaces are in good repair, wherein the mats are torn in the Atrium.
2022-12-20 2023-03-20 3A:52-5.3(p)
Play equipment, materials, and furniture for indoor and outdoor use shall be of sturdy and safe construction, non-toxic, free of hazards, and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. The center may not use play equipment intended for outdoor use indoors.

Violation Observed: Repair and/or remove the broken ride on toy from the outdoor play area.
2022-12-20 2023-02-09 3A:52-5.3(a)(4)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: carpeting shall be securely fastened to the floor.

Violation Observed: Ensure that all mats are securely fastened to the floor in the Atrium.
2022-12-20 2023-03-20 3A:52-5.3(a)(9)
Indoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: toilets, wash basins, kitchen sinks, and other plumbing shall be maintained in good operating and sanitary condition.

Violation Observed: Ensure that rust on the bolts below the sink in the bathroom in Room 5/6 is removed.
2022-12-20 2023-03-20 3A:52-5.3(b)(2)
Outdoor maintenance and sanitation requirements are as follows: the outdoor play area shall be graded or provided with drains to dispose of surface water.

Violation Observed: Ensure that the outdoor play area is free from stagnant water, wherein the water table is filled with ice and has no cover.

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