nursing home in Jersey City, NJ
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
198 Stevens Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07305 · (201) 451-9000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at a glance
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 183-bed for-profit nursing home in Jersey City, New Jersey (Hudson County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.1 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 (April 4, 2025) found 5 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 45.7% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 183
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Excelsior Care Group
- Medicare-certified since
- April 1, 1968
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Hudson County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315083
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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) | 3.05 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.35 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.78 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.7% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.7% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 34 | 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 | 183 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 170 | 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) | 2.5% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.7% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.6% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.9% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.9% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 7.4% | 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) | 14.2% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 7.3% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 93% | 93.6% | Better |
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) | 1.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.8% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 85% | 79% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 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 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Complaint | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0926 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 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 May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| April 4, 2025 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 17, 2025 |
| August 24, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 24, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 24, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 Standard | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0790 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 24, 2023 |
| August 24, 2023 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 September 24, 2023 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected June 21, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 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 June 21, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2021 |
| June 10, 2021 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 21, 2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEIFER, JOEL Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 12/20/2021 |
| STERN, SAMUEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2021 |
| SMOLIN, ROBERT Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's rating?
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center has 4 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 Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Excelsior Care Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Acclaim Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is at 198 Stevens Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07305. Phone: (201) 451-9000.
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.