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Our editorial team analyzed 333 nursing homes in NJ using 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: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.
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.
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.
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 score. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
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.
$17.8M*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$13.9M*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
77.8%*Fiscal year ending 03/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$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.
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Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every NJ nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 333 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center in Trenton, located on Brunswick Avenue in New Jersey, is a facility that truly exemplifies excellence in care. Avant provides rehabilitation services, pulmonary services, physician services, and a host of other amenities to ensure residents have everything they need to heal and recover. Their staff’s dedication and expertise make them an exceptional place for residents to recover and heal.
The facility has a beautiful patio where residents can enjoy fresh air and sunshine, as well as Wi-Fi and cable to stay connected with loved ones. Avant also has a registered dietitian on staff to ensure that residents receive proper nutrition, and a beautician and barber to help them look and feel their best. The home’s dynamic and bilingual staff can communicate with residents in their preferred language, making them feel more at home. Whether you or a loved one needs short-term rehabilitation or long-term care, Avant Rehabilitation and Care Center is an outstanding choice for quality care and compassionate support.
Overview of Riverview Estates Rehab and Senior Living Center
Riverview Estates Rehab and Senior Living Center sits at 303 Bank Ave in Riverton, New Jersey, offering nursing home, assisted living, palliative care, respite, and skilled nursing services under one roof. The facility overlooks the Delaware River and sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood, with a Walk Score of 65 that means some errands can be handled on foot alongside a mix of nearby amenities. Ms. Toni Rembas administers the community.
The building holds 66 beds and is currently operating at 73% occupancy, with 48 residents in place. That combination of scale and available capacity gives incoming residents and their families some flexibility in timing a move.
Clinically, the facility centers its care around rehabilitation. Residents have access to subacute rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, and cardiac care, along with general rehabilitation services and short-term rehab for those recovering from a hospital stay or procedure. Respite care is available for families who need temporary coverage, and staffing runs 24 hours a day. Nursing staff provide close to five hours of combined care per resident each day, with registered nurses and licensed practical nurses each contributing coverage alongside nurse aides, who handle the largest share of daily hands-on time.
The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to structure the cost of care.
Daily life includes a full calendar of activities and local field trips, along with amenities like a landscaped courtyard and atrium garden, two porches with river views, a beauty and barber salon, and complimentary cable and Wi-Fi. Meals are served in an atrium dining room. Weekly religious services and out-of-facility transportation round out the offering, and a patient concierge is available to help residents and visitors navigate day to day needs.
State inspections of the facility have covered a range of standard regulatory areas, including medication management, infection prevention, fire-safety systems, staffing credentials, and care planning and documentation, consistent with the routine scope of nursing home oversight.
Complete Care at Bayshore provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Holmdel, NJ, along with hospice, palliative, and respite care. Skilled nursing includes around-the-clock nursing support, while hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom needs for people with serious illness; respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.
Post-acute care, short-term rehabilitation, and rehabilitation services support recovery after hospitalization or surgery. Program areas include ventilator support, orthopedic and post-surgical care, cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, and psychology or psychiatric care, so residents can receive services matched to these clinical needs.
The community has 232 beds, placing it among larger nursing homes with more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller home. Total nurse staffing is 3h 4m per resident per day, meaning that amount of nursing time is allocated to each resident across a day. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, allowing families to use public coverage where eligible or pay directly. Mr. Menachem Matzliah serves as administrator, and Complete Care at Bayshore may be a good fit for someone recovering after hospitalization who needs short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing.
Excel Care at Egg Harbor is a large nursing home with 120 beds located at 6818 Delilah Road, and the person in charge of the building is named Derrick Henry. Because the building is in a part of the county where everything is spread out, family members will need to use a car to visit since the area is not safe for walking.
Almost all of the beds are full because 118 people live there right now, which shows that many people in the neighborhood want to stay at this home. To help the people living there, different kinds of nurses work together to provide over three hours of care for each person every day, and they also have special helpers to assist people who are getting better after being sick.
People who live here can spend time in shared rooms or relax in their own nice rooms, and they have many choices for how to pay for their stay. When people from the state come to check the building, they look at how the nurses give out medicine and how clean the kitchen is to make sure everyone stays safe and healthy.
Overall, this is a busy place where people get a lot of help from nurses all day long, and it is a good spot for people who need extra care while they try to get strong again.
Overview of Adroit Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Adroit Care Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Rahway, NJ provides nursing home care, hospice care, palliative care, and skilled nursing. Nursing home care offers a residential setting for people who need ongoing nursing support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort for residents with serious illness. The combination suits someone who needs ongoing nursing alongside hospice or palliative support.
The center has 122 beds, creating a nursing community of moderate size. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 9 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare can help cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can support an eligible resident’s long-term care, and private pay allows a family to pay directly.
Rehabilitation services are available for residents recovering function or managing changes in mobility without arranging care at a separate facility. Residents can also receive personal grooming services through the salon and spa, while the outdoor patio offers a place to spend time outside. Restaurant-style dining shapes the dining experience, and an individualized nutritional program addresses each resident’s documented nutritional needs.
Mr. Aaron Schwartz serves as the administrator, and Rahway Garden Group operates the community.
Echelon Care & Rehab provides nursing home, skilled nursing, memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and respite care in Voorhees, New Jersey. Nursing home and skilled nursing services support residents who need ongoing or around the clock nursing care, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Hospice care supports end of life needs, palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.
This range of services suits a resident who needs skilled nursing or memory support, or a family seeking short term respite care. The home has 240 beds, so residents live in a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 30 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily nurse time allocated to each resident.
Payment options are Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a longer stay for an eligible resident, and private pay means the family pays directly. Physical, occupational, and speech therapy, along with orthopedic, stroke, and neurological rehabilitation, provide several forms of rehabilitative support within the care setting. Specialized wound care, pain management, and palliative and hospice services address complex medical and comfort needs. Restaurant style dining with customized meal plans, beauty salon and barber services, landscaped gardens and courtyards, live entertainment, and wellness classes are also available. Mr. Samuel Atlas serves as administrator, and the community is operated by The Pines At Voorhees Rehab & Healthcare Ctr.
Overview of Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Alameda Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nursing home in Perth Amboy, NJ, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Fostering comfort and healing, the community has a nurturing, home-like environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour support, comprehensive therapy programs, and well-balanced meals, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Combining medical excellence and compassionate care, the community goes above and beyond to meet residents’ needs.
Live entertainment, wellness classes, and holiday celebrations help residents maintain their holistic well-being. A library and secure outdoor spaces also ensure residents’ relaxation and safety. Located in the lively neighborhood of Perth Amboy, near restaurants, shops, and public transportation, the community provides residents with quick access to leisure and necessities. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in New Jersey.
Overview of United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen
United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing care, hospice and palliative care, and respite care in Newton, NJ. Independent living means private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with dressing, bathing, medication, and other daily tasks while the resident keeps a private apartment.
Memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort, while respite care offers a short stay for a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover.
An In Home Care program provides support in a resident’s home. The range of care levels may be a good fit for a resident whose needs grow over time, while respite care can suit a family caregiver who needs short term support.
The community has 60 beds, with total nurse staffing of 4h 9m per resident per day. That figure represents the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment paths for eligible care and services.
Ms. Anna Burke is the administrator, and Bristol Glen operates the community. An 86 / 100 Walk Score places the area in the very walkable band, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
Overview of Arnold Walter Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Arnold Walter Nursing & Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home care, hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Hazlet, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site, while hospice care supports residents receiving end of life care. Respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away.
The center also provides rehabilitation services, allowing a resident to receive nursing care and rehabilitation during the same stay. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing with rehabilitation services or for a family seeking short term respite care. There are 202 beds, placing Arnold Walter among larger communities with more residents, staff, and programming.
Total nurse staffing is 3h 11m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Payment options are Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay, giving families several specified ways to cover care. Mr. Yitzchok Ribiat is the administrator, and Holmdel Garden Group operates the community.
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
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 333 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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