Total staff
316
Employees
209
Contractors
107
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
Preakness Healthcare Center
Nursing Home · Wayne, NJ
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Preakness Healthcare Center
Nursing Home · Wayne, NJ
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Preakness Healthcare Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Preakness Healthcare Center, a 406-bed skilled nursing facility in Wayne, New Jersey, stands as a beacon of top-quality healthcare since 1929. Owned and operated by the Passaic County Board of County Commissioners, residents can trust it to meet all state and federal regulations. This center’s mission is the delivery of superior patient care, including sub-acute care, physical rehabilitation, long-term care, behavioral management, Ventilator/Respiratory Care Hospice and Palliative Care, and Respite services.
Preakness Healthcare Center creates a welcoming environment with a selection of amenities like private and semi-private rooms, courtyards and patios, exercise facilities, and an on-site hair salon. Combining its reputation for high-quality healthcare with top-tier amenities and a pet-friendly approach, Preakness Healthcare Center positions itself as a trusted nursing home care provider.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 66th out of 274 homes in New Jersey. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 66th out of 274 homes in New Jersey. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
4h 8m per day
Rank #66 / 274Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 66th out of 274 homes in New Jersey. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the New Jersey average, with a ranking across 274 New Jersey SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs New Jersey avg
+7%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 49m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
65.5%
Rank #373 / 493Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 373rd out of 493 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 493. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
268 days
Occupancy rate
65.5%
Rank #373 / 493Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 373rd out of 493 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the New Jersey average, with its Statewide rank out of 493. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
268 days
Walk Score: 6 / 100 Rank #603 / 640Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 603rd out of 640 homes in New Jersey. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across New Jersey SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Staff to resident ratio
1.14:1
37% worse than New Jersey average
Avg staff/day
169
Average shift
7.6 hours
5% worse than New Jersey average
Total staff hours (quarter)
118,726
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
59
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.9 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
156
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
35.2%
41,849 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 51
Registered Nurse: 35
Qualified Activities Professional: 9
Licensed Practical Nurse: 6
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 3
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 105 | 51 | 156 | 63,132 | 92 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 35 | 59 | 20,922 | 92 | 100% | 7.9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 21 | 6 | 27 | 10,130 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 16 | 3 | 19 | 7,004 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 10 | 0 | 10 | 4,026 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 0 | 9 | 9 | 2,702 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,127 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 5 | 0 | 5 | 2,040 | 90 | 98% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1,485 | 63 | 68% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,033 | 79 | 86% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 909 | 76 | 83% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 694 | 67 | 73% | 6.4 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 430 | 68 | 74% | 6.3 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 396 | 48 | 52% | 8.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 372 | 48 | 52% | 7.8 |
| Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 364 | 49 | 53% | 7.4 |
| Feeding Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 318 | 43 | 47% | 7.4 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 236 | 18 | 20% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 225 | 30 | 33% | 7.5 |
| Medical Director | 1 | 0 | 1 | 159 | 49 | 53% | 3.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 23 | 10 | 11% | 2.3 |
156 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
59 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
27 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
19 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
100%
10 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
9 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days
100%
6 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
70%
5 Dietitian
% of Days
98%
4 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
68%
2 Administrator
% of Days
86%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
83%
3 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
73%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days
74%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
52%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
52%
1 Diagnostic X-ray Services Staff
% of Days
53%
1 Feeding Assistant
% of Days
47%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
20%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
33%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
53%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
11%
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$16K Rank #176 / 276Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 176th out of 276 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the New Jersey average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 276 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
80% lower than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: $77K
Number of fines
1
50% fewer fines than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$16K
New Jersey average
$77K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Nov 26, 2024 · $16K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 26, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Nov 26, 2024
$16K
Last updated: Jan 2026
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.
7.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
7.1
In line with 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.
6.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
6.7
46% 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
9.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.2%
8% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 10.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
7.0%
37% better 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
4.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
4.0%
75% 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
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
7% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 2.4%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
9.2%
51% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 6.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.0%
108% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.0%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
63% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 4.6%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.0%
91% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
14.7%
33% worse than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 11.1%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
6% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 93.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.5%
6% worse than 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
83.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
83.1%
5% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 78.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.9%
27% better than New Jersey averageNew Jersey average: 1.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
90.9%
14% 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.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
34% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
19% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
3 - 4 months
Medicaid
47% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
1 - 2 years
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
278
Medicare
16
5.8% of residents
Medicaid
239
86% of residents
Private pay or other
23
8.3% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Preakness Healthcare Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
65.5%
↑ 0.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$1
→ $0 vs 2022
Total Payroll
$36.7M
↓ ~$1.4M vs 2022
Profit Margin
0.0%
→ 0.0pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$59.1M
Surplus of revenue
$1
Governmental community
Operated by county authorities.
Home revenue
$59.1M Rank #7 / 272Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 7th out of 272 homes in New Jersey. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the New Jersey SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Surplus of revenue
$1
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #2 / 272Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 272 homes in New Jersey. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New Jersey average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$36.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #2 / 272Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 272 homes in New Jersey. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the New Jersey average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$22.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$59.1M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Frequently Asked Questions about Preakness Healthcare Center
Is Preakness Healthcare Center in a walkable area?
Preakness Healthcare Center has a walk score of 6. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
What is the occupancy rate at Preakness Healthcare Center?
Preakness Healthcare Center's occupancy is 65.5%.
What is the address of Preakness Healthcare Center?
Preakness Healthcare Center is located at 305 Oldham Rd, Wayne, NJ 07470.
What is the phone number of Preakness Healthcare Center?
(973) 585-2132 will put you in contact with the team at Preakness Healthcare Center.
Is Preakness Healthcare Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — Preakness Healthcare Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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