nursing home in Elizabeth, NJ
Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center
225 W Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202 · (908) 353-1220
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 200-bed for-profit nursing home in Elizabeth, New Jersey (Union County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 12, 2025) found 3 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 27.9% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 200
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ocean Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315010
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.47 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.42 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.18 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 27.9% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 35.3% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 33 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 200 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 186 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93% | 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) | 1.9% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.8% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.9% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.3% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.4% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.6% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 9.3% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 9.4% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.9% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 84.7% | 93% | 93.6% | Worse |
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) | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 73.8% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 49.2% | 79% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 19 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 12, 2025 Fire safety | Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0018 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 27, 2026 |
| December 12, 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 January 27, 2026 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0838 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Conduct mandatory training, for all staff, on the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement Program. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0944 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 2, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide training in compliance and ethics. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0946 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 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 September 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 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 October 4, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0728 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 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 October 1, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2024 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 14, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 7, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 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 May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 4, 2022 |
| April 8, 2022 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEWPOINT REAL ESTATE CAPITAL LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2013 |
| BERMAN, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| DREW, ZALMAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| DYNAMIC HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/26/2025 |
| FEIGENBAUM, AVRAHAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| FEIGENBAUM, DEBORAH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| FEIGENBAUM, MELVIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| FISHER, NACHMAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2025 |
| MAIEROVITS, AVROHOM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| MEISELS, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| SOFFER FAMILY ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2006 |
| BERMAN, MICHAEL Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| DREW, ZALMAN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| FEIGENBAUM, AVRAHAM Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| FEIGENBAUM, DEBORAH Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| MAIEROVITS, AVROHOM Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| MEISELS, JOSEPH Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| SOFFER FAMILY ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2006 |
| DYNAMIC HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| FEIGENBAUM, AVRAHAM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/30/2006 |
| FISHER, NACHMAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center has 5 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 Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center 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 Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Ocean Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center is at 225 W Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202. Phone: (908) 353-1220.
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.