nursing home in Barnegat, NJ
Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
859 West Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ 08005 · (609) 698-1400
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center at a glance
Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is a 115-bed for-profit nursing home in Barnegat, New Jersey (Ocean 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 1, 2026) found 15 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $13,475.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.2% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 115
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Continuum Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 18, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Ocean County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315222
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) | 3 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.71 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| 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) | 2.07 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.25 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.2% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.4% | 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) | 15 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 65 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $13,475 | $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 | 115 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 96 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.2% | 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) | 2% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.6% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 11.3% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 12.7% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.4% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 12.1% | 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) | 33.7% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.8% | 15.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 88.5% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 27, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 19, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Complaint | 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 May 11, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 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 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 1, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| July 25, 2025 Complaint | 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| November 1, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 18, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 9, 2024 |
| November 1, 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 December 9, 2024 |
| November 1, 2024 Complaint | 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 December 9, 2024 |
| August 8, 2023 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 11, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 15, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 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 September 5, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 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 5, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
| August 8, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 5, 2023 |
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 $13,475 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 1, 2024 | Fine | $13,475 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BARNEGAT REAL PROPERTY LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| STONEBRIDGE HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| BARNEGAT REAL PROPERTY LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| BRUCKSTEIN, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| BRUCKSTEIN, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| CONTINUUM HEALTHCARE I INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| EXECUCARE ASSOCIATES Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2025 |
| FRISCH, ARTHUR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2023 |
| GANDHI, DHIREN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2013 |
| LESHKOWITZ & COMPANY LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/27/2025 |
| STONEBRIDGE HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| STONEBRIDGE HEALTHCARE MEMBER III LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| STONEBRIDGE HEALTHCARE MEMBER II LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| STONEBRIDGE HEALTHCARE MEMBER I LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| TWOMAGNETS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/26/2025 |
| BRUCKSTEIN, DANIEL Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| BRUCKSTEIN, DANIEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/03/2025 |
| CONTINUUM HEALTHCARE I INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/03/2019 |
| DORN, CHERYL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| EXECUCARE ASSOCIATES Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/15/2025 |
| FRISCH, ARTHUR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/31/2023 |
| GANDHI, DHIREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/26/2013 |
| LESHKOWITZ & COMPANY LLP Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| LITMAN, WARREN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2024 |
| MANDELBAUM, DANIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2019 |
| TWOMAGNETS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/02/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center's rating?
Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center 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 Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 15 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Barnegat 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 Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Continuum Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center and how do I contact it?
Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is at 859 West Bay Ave, Barnegat, NJ 08005. Phone: (609) 698-1400.
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.