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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NJ
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.8/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 4.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.

CMS & NJ Dept. of Health data

Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services
NH
AL
Bayonne (Constable Hook)
17
Facility 17
NJ AVG 125
Rank #549 / 560
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$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
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88
Facility 88
NJ AVG 47
Rank #43 / 638
Carepoint Health - Bayonne Hospital Center Tcu---315532
Elizabeth Nursing And Rehab
NH
HOS
PC
RC
SNF
Elizabeth
102
Facility 102
NJ AVG 125
Rank #362 / 560
84.3%
Facility 84.3%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #184 / 478
+13%
3.71
Facility 3.71
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #136 / 294
-28%-4%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
A+
9
Facility 9
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #32 / 296
3.0
Facility 3.0
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #41 / 296
-86-
81
Facility 81
NJ AVG 47
Rank #83 / 638
B &F 8-14 Trust
$10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #253 / 292
$5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #267 / 292
49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 49.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #165 / 292
315106
Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
NH
HOS
SNF
Elizabeth
128
Facility 128
NJ AVG 125
Rank #204 / 560
68.8%
Facility 68.8%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #332 / 478
-8%
4.19
Facility 4.19
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #61 / 294
-3%+8%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
C-
28
Facility 28
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #231 / 296
9.3
Facility 9.3
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #281 / 296
288-
81
Facility 81
NJ AVG 47
Rank #83 / 638
Nathan Fishman
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $19.6M
Rank #262 / 292
$5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG $7.1M
Rank #272 / 292
51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 51.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
NJ AVG 39.3%
Rank #111 / 292
315483
Trinitas Hospital
NH
SNF
Elizabeth
124
Facility 124
NJ AVG 125
Rank #219 / 560
75.0%
Facility 75.0%
NJ AVG 74.5
Rank #277 / 478
+1%
4.40
Facility 4.40
NJ AVG 3.88
Rank #49 / 294
+15%+14%
$0
Facility $0
NJ AVG $76.4k
Rank #1 / 297
A+
11
Facility 11
NJ AVG 20.9
Rank #46 / 296
2.8
Facility 2.8
NJ AVG 5.3
Rank #37 / 296
-93-
72
Facility 72
NJ AVG 47
Rank #143 / 638
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Overview of Harrison Arms

Situated within Elizabeth, New Jersey, Harrison Arms occupies a geographical niche characterized by a notable degree of pedestrian accessibility relative to the broader North Jersey urban landscape. A Walk Score of 75 serves as a quantitative indicator that the majority of fundamental logistical requirements can be satisfied through ambulatory means. This spatial arrangement constitutes a significant variable in the overall quality-of-life matrix for individuals who prioritize the maintenance of physical mobility and the preservation of organic social integration within their immediate residential environment.

The operational framework of the facility is supported by a continuous twenty-four-hour staffing model consisting of licensed nursing professionals and certified nursing assistants, supplemented by the on-site availability of both rehabilitative and home health services. This specific configuration provides a more robust support infrastructure than is typically observed in conventional independent living environments, thereby allowing residents to access necessary clinical assistance without undergoing a formal transition to a more intensive care tier. Nutrition is addressed through a structured restaurant-style service provided thrice daily, while the domestic and wellness dimensions of the residency are managed through a fitness center, comprehensive housekeeping, laundry services, and a systematic program of daily activities.

Harrison Arms appears optimized for those older adults who seek a primary independent living experience bolstered by available professional oversight, particularly in a context where local walkability functions as a tangible functional asset for daily operations.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Elizabeth, NJ

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in New Jersey?

Assisted living in New Jersey is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does New Jersey Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — New Jersey Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 11 nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Elizabeth, NJ?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Elizabeth, NJ, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.