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Total health inspections
2
New Jersey average 4
Last Health inspection on Sep 2024
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
New Jersey Eastern Star
Nursing Home
New Jersey Eastern Star
Nursing Home
Overview of New Jersey Eastern Star
For over six decades, New Jersey Eastern Star Rehabilitation and Nursing, a fixture in Bridgewater, New Jersey, upholds a tradition of dignified, professional, and clinically expert care. The dedicated staff takes pride in fostering a compassionate, patient-centered environment for sub-acute and long-term care residents, aiming for thriving experiences in their enriching nursing community.
Offering specialized sub-acute treatments and long-term care options. The focus on individual care needs, community, and belonging ensures that residents receive personalized attention, creating a sense of peace and security in the capable and compassionate care of the New Jersey Eastern Star Home staff.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
82
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
74.7%
Residents per day (avg)
74
Occupancy rate
74.7%
Residents per day (avg)
74
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
46% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 months
Medicaid
9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$10.8M
Operating deficit
-$1.4M
Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$10,764,918.00
Operating deficit
$-1,412,294.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$4.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.2M
82-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 50 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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About this community
Occupancy Rate
85%
Occupied Beds
70 of 82
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Long Term Care Facility
License Expiration
August 31, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
31804
CMS Certification Number:
315419
Ownership & operating entity
New Jersey Eastern Star is legally operated by N. J. EASTERN STAR HOME, INC., and administrated by DAWN GIAKAS.
Officers
Officers are individuals or entities with formal legal or financial responsibility for the organization that owns this facility
Dr . Alicia Carter-mead, Bernard Byrne, Bryan Wallace, Carole Moore, David Wack, Deborah Ledoux, Diane Schmolze, Elaine Bellan, Jessica Walton, Jessica Walton, John Zioance, Kenneth Billingham, Linda Kaplarczuk, Susan Foster
Type Of Units
Long Term Care
82 units
Total beds
82 units
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
All Levels of Care
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Sub-Acute, Long-Term Care, Respite Care, Clinical Services, Amenities, Activities, Events & Calendar, Food Menu
Types of Care at New Jersey Eastern Star
Skilled Nursing
Respite Care
Inspection History
In New Jersey, the Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing conducts mandatory unannounced surveys to ensure facilities provide safe and effective resident care.
8 visits/inspections
1 complaint inspections
7 routine inspections
Routine Scope And Severity
F – Moderate Concern
On a scale from A (least severe) to L (most severe).
Latest inspection
Date:November 20, 2025
14 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
23 deficiencies identified during routine visits
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
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The information below is reported by the New Jersey Department of Health, Health Facilities Evaluation and Licensing.
New Jersey Eastern Star
-34%
+15%
-3%
N
Nursing
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
Bridgewater (Finderne)
93
No
A+
50
NEW JERSEY EASTERN STAR HOME FOR THE AGED INC
74.7%
$9,965,184.00
$4,914,417.00
49.3%
73.50
4.4702
-
9
-
-34%+15%-3%-
Peace Care St. Ann‘s
+184%
+5%
+18%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
Jersey City (Greenville)
120
No
-
86
PEACE CARE INC
90.8%
$21,678,116.00
$7,196,377.00
33.2%
111.10
4.0717
-
12
-
+184%+5%+18%Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
-24%
-10%
+5%
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Jackson Township
234
No
A+
19
BARTLEY OPERATOR HOLDCO LLC
80.8%
$31,255,038.00
$9,310,849.00
29.8%
203.50
3.4934
-
12
-
-24%-10%+5%-
Peace Care St. Joseph’s
+142%
+4%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
RC
Respite Care
Jersey City (Journal Square)
139
No
-
97
CHESTER, ERNEST
77.0%
$19,379,385.00
$8,013,894.00
41.4%
130.80
4.0441
32
15
1
+142%+4%
0%
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Bridgeway Care and Rehabilitation Center at Bridgewater
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Bridgewater (Bradley Gardens)
151
No
-
27
BRIDGEWAY, INC.
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
New Jersey Eastern Star
Type of care:
N
SNF
RC
Community:
Bridgewater (Finderne)
Bed Count:
93
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
NEW JERSEY EASTERN STAR HOME FOR THE AGED INC
CCN:
315419
Occupancy:
74.7%
Home Revenue:
$9,965,184.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,914,417.00
Payroll %:
49.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
73.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.4702
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
9
RN share vs State Avg:
-34%
-34%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+15%
+15%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-3%
-3%
Peace Care St. Ann‘s
Type of care:
AL
MC
SNF
RC
Community:
Jersey City (Greenville)
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
PEACE CARE INC
CCN:
315413
Occupancy:
90.8%
Home Revenue:
$21,678,116.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,196,377.00
Payroll %:
33.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
111.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0717
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
12
RN share vs State Avg:
+184%
+184%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+18%
+18%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Bartley Healthcare Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
SNF
Community:
Jackson Township
Bed Count:
234
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BARTLEY OPERATOR HOLDCO LLC
CCN:
315288
Occupancy:
80.8%
Home Revenue:
$31,255,038.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,310,849.00
Payroll %:
29.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
203.50
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.4934
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
12
RN share vs State Avg:
-24%
-24%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-10%
-10%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
Peace Care St. Joseph’s
Type of care:
AL
MC
SNF
RC
Community:
Jersey City (Journal Square)
Bed Count:
139
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CHESTER, ERNEST
CCN:
315452
Occupancy:
77.0%
Home Revenue:
$19,379,385.00
Payroll Costs:
$8,013,894.00
Payroll %:
41.4%
Avg Residents/Day:
130.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0441
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
32
Citations:
15
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+142%
+142%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+4%
+4%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
0%
Bed Options:
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Places of interest near New Jersey Eastern Star
59.7 miles from city center — 0.95 miles to nearest hospital (Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset)
111 Finderne Ave, Bridgewater, NJ 08807
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
206
Total Staff
65
Employees
141
Contractors
32,700
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 7.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 50 | 7.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 111 | 8.4 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
176 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
4 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
16 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
4.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
19.8%
of total hours from contractors
6,471 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 38
Physical Therapy Aide: 1
Physical Therapy Assistant: 5
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Certified Nursing Assistant: 83
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 28 | 83 | 111 | 15,073 | 91 | 100% | 8.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 12 | 38 | 50 | 6,312 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 3,999 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,157 | 62 | 68% | 8.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 5 | 5 | 1,002 | 79 | 87% | 7.7 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 976 | 84 | 92% | 9.3 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 880 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 846 | 67 | 74% | 7.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 628 | 73 | 80% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 64 | 70% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 362 | 50 | 55% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 348 | 48 | 53% | 7.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 195 | 26 | 29% | 7.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 174 | 37 | 41% | 4.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 152 | 19 | 21% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 56 | 8 | 9% | 7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 47 | 7 | 8% | 6.8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 13 | 13 | 14% | 1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
9
Citations per inspection
4.5
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
7 of 9 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 2 of 9 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.7
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
9 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Sep 27, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Sep 27, 2024
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 27, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
May 17, 2023
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: Non-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
70
Total Residents
Medicare
17
(24.3%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
44
(62.9%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
9
(12.9%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.5
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.5
10% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.8
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
10.8
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
10.8
13% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.7%
24% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.3%
57% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.4%
54% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 16.0%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
3.2%
48% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.5%
49% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.8%
47% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
5.9%
47% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.5%
7% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 97.2%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
27% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 78.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
25% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 80.1%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for New Jersey Eastern Star based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
74.7%
↓ 1.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$1,412,294
↓ ~$411K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$5,720,691
↓ ~$53K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-14.2%
↓ 4.3pp vs 2022
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