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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.
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 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.
$10.1M*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.
$6.7M*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.
66.4%*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: 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
Brighton Gardens of Edison, an award-winning community, offers a spectrum of services including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and short-term stays, along with hospice coordination. Nestled in a picturesque environment, it provides an ideal backdrop for the golden years, prioritizing an individualized and effective approach to senior care. The on-site medical care is noteworthy, including a 30-bed skilled nursing facility offering 24-hour nursing care.
Residents also enjoy convenient access to Menlo Park Mall and Raritan Bay Medical Center, both just minutes away. This pet-friendly community not only offers exceptional amenities but also adheres to assisted living guidelines and memory care qualifications. Brighton Gardens of Edison senior living provides Wi-Fi availability, scheduled transportation, activity rooms, social areas, and more. With a commitment to providing a supportive and engaging environment, this community is considered a top choice for seniors seeking comprehensive care and a vibrant lifestyle.
Overlooking the tranquil community of Bridgewater, NJ, the Laurel Circle is a trusted senior living community that provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services. A wide array of beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations including one-bedroom and two-bedroom are available for its residents. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can acquire the utmost care and support that they deserve.
The community is committed to offering classic amenities and services including basic cable tv, fitness center, library, telephone service, business office services, dining services, garage parking, general store, handyman services, and rehabilitative services. Meet new people and create unforgettable memories within the beautifully made shared spaces of this community. With Laurel Circle, seniors are assured of a worthwhile living experience.
Owned by Pc Hmh Opco Holdings, Complete Care at Plainfield is a skilled nursing home in Plainfield, New Jersey, located on Park Avenue in a highly walkable neighborhood where most errands are manageable on foot. The 106-bed community focused primarily on post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing care. It takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, opening numerous pathways for families to fund short-term rehabilitation and longer-term nursing care.
Rehabilitation and specialized care are the home’s clinical focus. It offers dedicated programs in cardiac care, stroke and neurological recovery, pulmonary care, orthopedic and post-surgical rehabilitation, bariatric care, and geriatric psychiatry, making it a strong choice for people recuperating from surgery, a cardiac event, stroke, or hospitalization. Beyond these programs, the facility provides respite care, 24-hour nursing staff, and post-acute services tailored to support occupants during active recovery. Staffing averages 3 hours 49 minutes of total nursing care per resident day, assigned across registered nurses, licensed nurses, and nurse aides. This level of diligent support reflects the facility’s orientation toward active rehabilitation and close clinical oversight. Averaging a stay length of 147 days, the community serves a mix of shorter-term rehabilitation stays and occupants staying for ongoing skilled nursing care. At 90 percent occupancy, the home has steady demand and a well-established presence in the area.
For families contemplating Complete Care at Plainfield for post-acute rehabilitation or longer-term skilled nursing, touring personally is an efficient next step to see the rehabilitation spaces, room options, and daily life.
Overview of Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Cente
Clover Meadows Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center provides nursing home and assisted living care in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing oversight, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Offering both care types may be a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow and who could move between care levels without leaving the community.
The community has 100 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3h 24m per resident per day, meaning that amount of nursing staff time is allocated to each resident daily. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are listed payment options, giving families several ways to cover care.
Rehabilitation services include orthopedic and trauma rehabilitation, stroke care, wound care, and postsurgical rehabilitation for residents recovering from those conditions or procedures. Short-term rehabilitation provides a temporary stay focused on recovery, while respite care gives a family caregiver a brief break or time away. Residents can use restaurant-style dining with meals prepared by a chef, a salon and spa, and a garden area. Transportation to physician appointments is also available through the community.
A Walk Score of 54 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot. A resident who no longer drives may be able to complete some nearby errands independently. Yoseph Klein serves as the administrator, and Clover Meadows Healthcare & Rehab Center operates the community.
Tower Lodge Care Center is a nursing home in Wall, NJ, offering skilled nursing care. Nursing home services provide long term residential support, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Rehabilitation services can suit a resident who needs therapy during recovery or for ongoing functional support.
The center has 60 beds. That gives families the community’s stated capacity without implying a particular community size. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, giving families several listed ways to cover care. Total nurse staffing is 3h 27m per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Mr. Abraham Mermelstein serves as the administrator. Tower Lodge Care Center may be a good fit for someone who needs skilled nursing alongside rehabilitative care in a nursing home setting.
Overview of Florham Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
Florham Park Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a nursing home in Florham Park, NJ, offering long-term care, post-acute care, and rehabilitation. The community’s comfortable and home-like setting also ensures older adults are treated well throughout their stay. With 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, laundry, and transportation services, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Personalized care plans are also provided to help residents recover and return to their routines.
Family gatherings and various games ensure residents can make friends and live happily. Cozy lounges, spacious outdoors, and walking paths are also available for residents’ recreation and wellness. Nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Florham Park, near bus stops and Fairleigh Dickinson University, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is one of the best choices for senior living in New Jersey, especially with top-notch amenities and exceptional standards of care.
Built for residents seeking post-acute rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care, Careone at Wall is an SNF on Highway 138 in Wall, New Jersey. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted to give flexible payment routes for families. With 138 beds at full capacity, the community runs at sustained high occupancy and serves a mix of short-term rehabilitation and ongoing care patients who stay 39 days on average.
The home upholds a strong rehabilitation focus. It has specialized programs for cardiac care management, orthopedic recovery, stroke rehabilitation, and pulmonary care, alongside services for complex medical conditions, IV therapy, and wound management. This breadth of rehabilitation offerings makes the facility a pragmatic choice for those recuperating from surgery, hospitalization, or a cardiac or neurological event. Daily nursing support averages 3 hours 23 minutes per resident, with registered nurses providing direct care for about 53 minutes daily. The community is found in a car-dependent area where most errands and services require vehicular access, though occupants and visiting families will find the surrounding Wall location convenient for highway connectivity and access to local healthcare providers. Daily life includes restaurant-style dining with gourmet meals, along with spaces for family visits, outdoor gardens, a courtyard, and regular recreation and activity programming. For families managing short-term placement needs, the home provides respite care.
Inspection reviews have highlighted recurring themes: documentation accuracy, care planning completeness, medication management, staffing levels, infection control, and facility maintenance standards. These are themes families may want to discuss when touring to learn how Careone at Wall maintains daily operations and resident safety.
Complete Care at Hamilton offers nursing home and skilled nursing care in Passaic, New Jersey, along with hospice, palliative, and respite care. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing medical and daily care. Hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom support, and respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. These services can suit a resident whose care needs require medical oversight or a family seeking temporary support.
The community has 60 beds. Post acute care and its rehabilitation program provide structured services during recovery, while cardiac care, neuro and stroke care, pulmonary care, bariatric care, behavioral health support, and psychology or psychiatric care address specific medical and behavioral health needs. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 16 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and Steven Rieder serves as the administrator.
Roosevelt Care Center at Old Bridge provides nursing home care, memory care, skilled nursing, and respite care in Old Bridge, NJ. Nursing home and skilled nursing services provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for a resident at risk of wandering. The combination may be a good fit for someone living with dementia who needs a supervised setting.
The community has 180 beds, which means more residents, staff, and usually programming within the setting. Total nurse staffing is 4h 29m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident.
Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay means the resident or family pays directly. The community opened in 2011.
Respite care provides a short-term stay for a family whose usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Mr. Evan Gold serves as the administrator, and Middlesex County Improvement Authority operates the community.
Overview of Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services
Bayonne Medical Center Transitional Care Services is a hospital-based skilled nursing and transitional care facility located in the Constable Hook neighborhood of Bayonne, New Jersey. Operated by Carepoint Health under the direction of administrator Ms. Deborah Petersen, the 17-room community offers a highly focused, clinical environment designed specifically for short-term recovery rather than long-term residential senior living.
The facility’s integration within a hospital campus gives residents direct access to acute clinical resources, while Jersey City Medical Center, the nearest hospital, sits approximately 4.67 miles away. The care model is built around a strong registered nurse presence relative to standard nursing facility averages. Daily, registered nurses provide an average of 3 hours and 13 minutes of care per resident, supplemented by 2 hours and 32 minutes from nurse aides and 42 minutes from licensed practical nurses.
The neighborhood has a walk score of 88, indicating a highly walkable environment where visiting family members can easily run errands on foot. State regulatory inspections show a citations-per-inspection rate of zero, indicating a consistent history of safety and administrative compliance.
Prospective residents and their families looking for short-term physical rehabilitation or post-hospital nursing support in Hudson County can contact the facility directly to discuss admission and recovery options.
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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