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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.
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 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.
$11.5M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$10.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
93.4%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These 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
Located between Atlantic City and Cape May, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is a premier nursing center along the Jersey Shore. This skilled nursing community proudly presents an exclusive assisted living program, ensuring residents receive proper attention and care. They offer sub-acute rehabilitation and renowned excellence in long-term care, and provide 24/7 skilled nursing for a wide range of complex medical conditions. In addition, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview also provides premier assisted living accommodations on the same campus.
Autumn Lake at Oceanview is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name while offering non-healthcare-related services. Conveniently located with easy access to local hospitals, the facility accepts Medicare, Medicaid, most insurances, and private pay, providing flexibility and support to its residents and their families.
Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview is an independently owned and operated healthcare center that is licensed to use the Autumn Lake Healthcare name and receive non-healthcare related services. All healthcare-related services are provided solely by Autumn Lake Healthcare at Oceanview.
Overview of Jersey Shore Post Acute Rehabilitation and Nursing
Jersey Shore Post Acute Rehabilitation and Nursing is a nursing home and skilled nursing facility in Neptune, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay and long term care serves residents who need ongoing support. The community has 105 beds and offers respite care, which can suit a family whose usual caregiver needs short term coverage while traveling or recovering.
A peritoneal dialysis program is available for residents who use that form of dialysis. Subacute and specialty programs, along with rehabilitation services, support residents receiving short term or ongoing care. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 41 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted: Medicaid may help cover an extended stay for an eligible resident, Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay, and private pay allows a family to pay directly. Mr. Aryeh Greenspan serves as administrator.
Complete Care at Brick provides nursing home, skilled nursing, hospice, palliative, and respite care in Brick, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while hospice supports end of life needs and palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management. Respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away.
Post acute and short term rehabilitation services give residents access to rehabilitation during recovery at the community. Clinical programs include cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, renal care, bariatric care, and psychology and psychiatric care, so residents with these documented care needs can receive services aligned with them. The combination of rehabilitation and respite services may be a good fit for someone recovering after an acute health event or a family caregiver who needs temporary support. Complete Care at Brick has 137 beds, with total nurse staffing of 3 hours and 14 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident; Medicare and private pay are accepted, and Mr. Joseph Hiller serves as the administrator.
Enjoy a vibrant lifestyle at CareOne at Parsippany Assisted Living, an idyllic retreat in Parsippany, NJ, offering assisted living. Residents receive exceptional care from a kind and highly trained team available 24/7. The community strives to maintain residents’ independence without hassles, helping with their daily living activities and personal needs.
Those with cognitive conditions can easily access memory care with the community’s adjacent location near the Harmony Village memory care community. Fun recreational activities and enriching programs are also conducted for residents’ leisure and wellness. With delightful and healthy dining options, residents enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents are guaranteed to thrive in retirement, especially with its dedicated services and state-of-the-art amenities.
Have a peaceful retirement with the extraordinary senior living community of Allendale Senior Living, located in the tranquil neighborhood of Harreton Road, Allendale, NJ, that offers assisted living and memory care. Featuring snug and sophisticated accommodations in variations of private and semi-private studio and one-bedroom floor plans, the community ensures seniors experience unparalleled comfort and convenience. With round-the-clock care and assistance from a reliable and highly qualified team, residents thrive and experience meaningful things.
With a lively and welcoming environment, residents enjoy amazing interactions and lead fulfilling lives. Moreover, enjoyable activities and fun recreational programs accompany seniors as they go about their day. The community serves delectable cuisine for seniors to have a delightful dining experience. Allendale Senior Living is a great place for seniors to live their best years doing what they love.
AristaCare at Cedar Oaks is a trusted nursing home in South Plainfield, NJ, that offers comprehensive care options, including long-term care, memory care, and rehabilitation. With its nurturing environment, older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. 24-hour care, daily activities, and laundry services are among the high-quality services provided to help residents live a worry-free retirement. Through a resident-centered approach, the community ensures residents can recover with ease.
Mind-stimulating games, social events, and exciting trips ensure residents can remain active and well-connected. A beauty salon, state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, and a spacious dining room also allow residents to interact with friends and maintain holistic wellness. Surrounded by local amenities and leisure sites, the community guarantees comfort and convenience. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in New Jersey, as it has exceptional standards of care that aim to help older adults live comfortably in retirement.
Overview of Dellridge Health & Rehabilitation Center
Dellridge Health & Rehabilitation Center is a nursing home in Paramus, NJ, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and other specialized care. With its cozy and supportive setting, the community ensures older adults experience the utmost comfort throughout their stay. Exceptional services, including well-balanced dining options, recreational activities, beauty services, and transportation to medical appointments, are also provided, so residents can focus on their recovery. Along with a multidisciplinary care team, individualized care plans are also developed based on residents’ needs and preferences.
Gardening, cooking club, and educational series are just some of the activities that aims to encourage learning among residents and help them maintain their holistic wellness. State-of-the-art therapy gym, large outdoors, and multipurpose areas also foster interactions and relaxation. Residents also have quick access to their necessities and leisure, as it is conveniently located near the Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus. This nursing home is a trusted choice for senior living in New Jersey, especially with its dedication to helping older adults live to their potential in retirement.
Hunterdon Care Center provides nursing home, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Flemington, NJ. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for residents at risk of wandering. Palliative care adds comfort-focused support for residents managing serious illness, and respite care provides a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.
The community also offers rehabilitative care, short-term rehabilitation, and Alzheimer’s care. Rehabilitative services support recovery after an illness, injury, or hospital stay, while Alzheimer’s care provides memory-focused support for residents living with the disease. The range of services may be a good fit for a resident who needs ongoing nursing support, memory-focused care, or a temporary stay during a caregiver’s absence.
Hunterdon Care Center has 185 beds, making it a larger community with more residents, staff, and usually more programming than a smaller home. Total nurse staffing is 3h 32m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time assigned to each resident.
Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted. Medicaid can help when savings may not cover a long stay, Medicare covers short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, and private pay allows families to fund care directly. Prime Care Health operates the community, and Mr.. Yosef Gastfreund serves as administrator.
A Walk Score of 81 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.
Optima Care Harborview occupies a stretch of Ogden Avenue in The Heights, one of Jersey City’s more walkable neighborhoods, with a Walk Score of 92. Jersey City Medical Center is 1.7 miles away. For a nursing home, the location is genuinely convenient: families in Hudson County can get there without a car, and emergency access to a major hospital is close.
The 180-bed facility handles nursing home care, memory care, hospice and palliative care, and respite care. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted. At the moment, 128 of the 180 beds are filled, putting occupancy at 71%. The average length of stay is 120 days, and the current census runs heavily toward Medicaid residents.
Clinical depth is one of the facility’s more notable features. Alongside the standard short-term rehab and long-term nursing tracks, the service list includes stroke and cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehab for COPD, wound care, IV therapy, orthopedic rehab, trach rehab, LifeVest care, hospice and palliative care, and a dedicated veterans care program. A physician is available around the clock. Total nursing care runs 3 hours and 48 minutes per resident per day, with RNs providing 42 minutes of that.
State inspections have touched on themes including emergency preparedness, staffing and staff credentials, dietary and food service, and resident rights and protections.
On the amenity side, the facility offers beauty services, concierge services, pet therapy, pastoral services, therapeutic recreation, yoga and Tai Chi, computer classes, and horticulture. The activity calendar covers coffee and tea socials, birthday and holiday celebrations, and special events and performances. An Active Resident Council meets regularly, per CMS records. Ms. Patricia Celecki is the Administrator.
For families navigating nursing home placement in Hudson County, Optima Care Harborview offers a clinically broad service menu, a walkable urban address with hospital proximity, and access to all three major payer pathways.
Overview of Oakland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Located in Oakland, NJ, Oakland Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center provides skilled nursing care, along with memory care, hospice care, palliative care, and rehabilitation services. Specialized care is provided for those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, while comfort and symptom management are given to terminally ill residents and those with serious illnesses. The community also provides recovery support to improve residents’ ability to function, particularly after an illness or injury.
The 215-bed community is currently at 92.6% occupancy, with an average length of stay of 90 days. Rehabilitation services also include OrthoWin Rehab and RespiraCare Pulmonary Rehab, giving residents access to orthopedic and pulmonary rehabilitation programs. Moreover, total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 51 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident.
Administered by Jean Monnecka and operated by Oakland Operator, the community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Salon and spa services include barber and beauty care, and daily meals use seasonal ingredients while honoring personal and cultural traditions. Moreover, shuttle or bus services support medical appointments, local attractions, and shopping center outings, while walking paths and courtyards provide outdoor areas within the community.
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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