nursing home in Berkeley Heights, NJ
Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare
40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922 · (908) 771-5700
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare at a glance
Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a 300-bed for-profit nursing home in Berkeley Heights, New Jersey (Union County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 14, 2025) found 10 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $15,124.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.2% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 300
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Rosenberg Family
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315009
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.24 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.52 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.89 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.87 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.2% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.1% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 10 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 6 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 89.3 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $15,124 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 300 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 253 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 84.2% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.4% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.7% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 25.9% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.1% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 5.9% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 2.7% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 30.6% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 26.8% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.6% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.1% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.6% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70.4% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 66.2% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 17, 2026 Complaint | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2026 |
| February 4, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2026 |
| February 4, 2026 Complaint | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2026 |
| October 31, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 24, 2025 |
| October 31, 2025 Complaint | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 24, 2025 |
| October 31, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 24, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| August 14, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 22, 2025 |
| April 9, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| April 9, 2024 Standard | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 1, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 18, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 20, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Fire safety | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0916 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 1, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 18, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| January 19, 2022 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $15,124 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 4, 2026 | Fine | $15,124 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROSENBERG, AVRAHAM Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 11/30/2023 |
| ROSENBERG, ESTHER Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 11/30/2023 |
| ROSENBERG, JONATHAN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 11/30/2023 |
| ROSENBERG, MOSHE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 11/30/2023 |
| ROSENBERG, ZVI Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 11/30/2023 |
| RUNNELLS PROPERTY LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
| RUNNELLS PROPERTY LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
| GARRETT, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| JAIN, DONEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/20/2025 |
| ROSENBERG, ESTHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
| ROSENBERG, JONATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
| RUNNELLS PROPERTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
| STERN, SAMUEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
| STERN, SAMUEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2022 |
| GARRETT, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/23/2025 |
| JAIN, DONEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| ROSENBERG, JONATHAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/30/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare's rating?
Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Jersey nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare?
It is for profit - corporation and part of The Rosenberg Family. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare and how do I contact it?
Runnells Center for Rehabilitation & Healthcare is at 40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights, NJ 07922. Phone: (908) 771-5700.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.