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Our editorial team analyzed 327 nursing homes in NJ using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in NJ
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the NJ Dept. of Health (NJDOH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This TableAL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
HC (Home Care):
Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
HOS (Hospice Care):
Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The New Jersey average is: 51.1% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
$8.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$1.2M*Fiscal year ending 12/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
13.6%*Fiscal year ending 12/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other NJ nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 327 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Overview of United Methodist Communities at Pitman
United Methodist Communities at Pitman works from Pitman, NJ, with nursing home care, assisted living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing on the license.
Daily tasks are what assisted living helps with here. Memory care (Tapestries™) is the named program on that side, and it runs secured, with supervision, for a resident whose wandering is now a danger to them. Licensed nursing is on hand every hour under the skilled nursing designation.
A short stay is what respite means, booked for the days a caregiver cannot be there. Five levels under the one license mean a resident whose needs worsen doesn’t have to be rehoused, and a family needing temporary assistance has somewhere to go.
The building is licensed to 178 beds, and each resident is backed by 4 hours and 31 minutes of nursing a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and Private pay all work here. Medicaid is the one that answers for a household whose savings would run out before the end of a stay.
Pitman Manor, Inc. operates the community, and Christine King is the administrator. Rehabilitation Services make the service list, and a Salon the amenity list.
Other amenities on the list are Dining, Gardening, live music, and creative workshops. The Walk Score is 68, meaning it’s somewhat walkable with a handful of places reachable on foot.
Family of Caring at Teaneck provides nursing home services, skilled care, assisted living, hospice care, and respite programs in Teaneck, New Jersey. Care settings range from daily personal assistance in assisted living to short-term caregiver relief through respite stays. On-site rehabilitation includes post-surgical therapy, stroke recovery, a cardiac and pulmonary program, and a dedicated Transition to Home initiative to prepare clients for returning to independent living.
This 107-bed facility operates under administrator Jimmie King. Registered nurses and care aides provide an average of 3 hours and 36 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. Situated in a neighborhood with a 69 walk score, the campus sits near locations where select local errands can be handled on foot. Funding options accommodate Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment plans.
Prospective residents and their representatives can get in touch with Family of Caring at Teaneck to explore current placement availability, review specific clinical programs, and schedule a walk-through
Alaris Health at Kearny provides nursing home care, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care and skilled nursing in Kearny, NJ. Nursing home care and skilled nursing include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. Hospice care focuses on comfort at the end of life, palliative care addresses comfort and symptom relief during serious illness, and respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The facility serves posthospitalization short term rehabilitation patients as well as long term residents, covering both recovery focused stays and ongoing residence. The combination may suit someone living with dementia who needs secured supervision or a family caregiver seeking a short stay during travel or recovery.
Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. The home has 120 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours 23 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing staff time allocated to each resident across a day. Mr. Derek Froiran serves as administrator, and West Hudson Sub Acute Care Center operates the community.
Alaris Health at Cedar Grove in Cedar Grove, New Jersey, delivers nursing care, assisted living, skilled nursing, palliative support, and temporary respite stays. Assisted living assists with daily activities like personal hygiene, dressing, and medication management in private apartment settings. Clinical services include post-hospital, orthopedic, and respiratory rehabilitation, along with speech, occupational, and physical therapies. On-site dental care, dementia programming, and hospice services are also provided.
Functioning as a 170-bed facility, the building is run by operator Cg Healthcare and administrator Matthew Russo. Daily nursing care averages 4 hours and 58 minutes per resident. Located in an area with a 56 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood permits brief errands on foot. Accepted funding choices encompass Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment.
Prospective residents can contact Alaris Health at Cedar Grove to inquire about specific rehab programs, verify bed availability, or arrange an in-person visit.
Overview of Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Crest Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Cape May Court House, New Jersey, offering memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home care supports long term residence, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community has 180 beds, accommodating more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller community. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 49 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily amount of nursing time assigned per resident. Short term rehabilitation and rehabilitation services support residents who need temporary recovery care rather than a long term stay.
A salon and spa are available for grooming services within the community. Out of facility transportation and local field trips give residents ways to attend activities beyond the building. Dementia care and palliative care are among the specific programs offered.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover care for eligible residents, and private pay allows families to pay directly. Ms. Tslika Brooks serves as administrator, and County Of Cape May operates the community.
A Walk Score of 51 means the area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot while other trips require a car or ride.
Located in Voorhees, New Jersey, Lions Gate offers a liberating and vibrant lifestyle for the golden years. This community stands as a safe and active haven, providing a range of living options, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term rehabilitation services. With skilled nursing and a life-plan community, residents can enjoy resort-style living in a serene and peaceful suburban setting, exuding a classic feel that feels just like home. Each detail, from furniture selection to interior design, radiates a warm familial charm, making it easy for residents to engage in various activities and unleash their creativity.
Lions Gate boasts an array of campus amenities that add to the enchanting living experience. From a gift shop to a library and a computer center, residents can explore diverse interests. The community also features a heated pool and spa, complemented by concierge services. For socializing with friends, there’s a restaurant-style dining area and a bar or lounge. Adding to the convenience and pleasure of living, Lions Gate offers a game room, a salon, and a barber shop. These delightful touches are just some of what Lions Gate has in store for its residents.
Lions Gate is proud to be a Kosher community and an agency of the Jewish Federation of Southern New Jersey.
Complete Care at Orange Park offers nursing home care, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in East Orange, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care includes long term care services for residents who need ongoing support. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.
Hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care, and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom relief during serious illness. Respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time to travel, recover, or manage other responsibilities. The combination of short term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and respite care may be a good fit for someone who needs a temporary recovery stay or a family caregiver’s short break.
Complete Care at Orange Park offers postacute and short term rehabilitation services, including orthopedic and postsurgical care, so residents can receive recovery focused support after a hospitalization or procedure. Additional programs include ventilator support, cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, and psychology and psychiatric care, covering several specific clinical needs within the facility.
The home has 215 beds, placing residents in a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually programming than a smaller setting. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 55 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. Yehuda Gottlieb serves as administrator, and Complete Care At East Orange operates the community.
A Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, where some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some errands independently.
Overview of Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nursing home and skilled nursing community in East Orange, NJ. Residents can receive licensed nursing care around the clock, along with physical, occupational and speech therapy for rehabilitation. Memory care and dementia support are also available, and respite care provides a short-term stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away. The range of nursing, rehabilitation and memory support may suit a resident whose care needs include ongoing clinical supervision or recovery services.
The center has 122 beds and offers furnished private and semi-private rooms, allowing a resident to have a room alone or share with a roommate. Restaurant-style dining includes customized meal plans, so meals can be arranged around individual needs. An on-site beauty salon and barber provide grooming services within the community.
Medicare, Medicaid and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while Medicaid may help when personal savings do not cover an extended stay; private pay means the family or resident pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 3h 13m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned per resident.
Mr. Yehuda Green serves as administrator, and Brookhaven Health Care Center operates the community.
Fellowship Village is a distinguished assisted living community that grants senior residents access to a top-tier continuum of 5-star senior care. Situated in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, this community offers Assisted Living, Memory Care services, Skilled Nursing, and Sub-Acute Rehabilitation. Additionally, Fellowship Village extends a warm welcome to direct admissions from outside the community based on availability.
Within the embrace of Fellowship Village, individuals enjoy a lifetime of access to a diverse spectrum of high-quality residential and healthcare options, all conveniently within reach. What truly distinguishes this community is the profound sense of hospitality and assurance it instills in its residents. Fellowship Village provides peace of mind by ensuring that residents will receive unwavering care and support regardless of the future. This residential Independent Living haven spans over 72 acres of exquisitely landscaped grounds, offering access to scenic walking trails, al fresco dining, and a wide array of amenities.
Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge, a renowned nursing home facility located in Paterson, New Jersey, takes pride in cultivating robust relationships with residents and staff. The leadership’s recurring on-site visits and a hands-on approach foster a loyal and approachable environment, creating a sense of family within the facility.
Recognizing the tiny facets that invigorate spirits and spark optimism, Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge features well-furnished private and semi-private rooms complemented with a wealth of amenities. The facility ensures superior patient health and well-being by providing free Wi-Fi, cable TV, and individually controlled air conditioning and heating, along with a host of recreational and practical features like cultural activities, group outings, an on-site beauty salon/barbershop, and educational activities. This immersive community experience, characterized by personalized care and a secure environment, has positioned Complete Care at Fair Lawn Edge as a leading choice among nursing home facilities.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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Avg Overall CMS Rating:3.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. 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:3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. 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:2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in New Jersey. 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in New Jersey
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 327 nursing homes in New Jersey. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey, 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 New Jersey?
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.
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