nursing home in Edison, NJ

Brighton Gardens of Edison

1801 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820 · (732) 767-1031

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★5
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • Quality measures★★★★★4
  • CMS high performer

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Brighton Gardens of Edison at a glance

Brighton Gardens of Edison is a 30-bed for-profit nursing home in Edison, New Jersey (Middlesex 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 6.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (February 19, 2026) found 0 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 14.6% per year (state average 39.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
30
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Sunrise Senior Living
Medicare-certified since
December 18, 1995
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Middlesex County
CMS Certification Number
315351

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.1 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.4 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54.5 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility6.52 hrsNew Jersey average3.85 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)6.52 hrs3.85 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.22 hrs0.68 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.57 hrs2.23 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)6.08 hrs3.50 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)14.6%39.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)14.3%37.7%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)211Worse

Inspections

This facility0New Jersey average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)099Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)013Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)872.380.6Better

Penalties

This facility0New Jersey average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$34,926$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds30147107
Average residents per day2412286
Occupancy81%84%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%New Jersey average2.3%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0%2.3%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)21%5.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)19%12.7%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)7.1%0.8%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)2.9%0.6%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)8.7%8.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)0%4.6%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%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)26.9%18.8%19.5%Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)27.8%15.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%93%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility1.5%New Jersey average1.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. New Jersey and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityNew Jersey avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)1.5%1.2%1.6%Average
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)99%80.1%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)98.2%79%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 17 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
October 16, 2024
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 December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
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 December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 21, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
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 November 25, 2024
October 16, 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 November 25, 2024
October 16, 2024
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 December 15, 2024
October 16, 2024
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 21, 2024
October 16, 2024
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 25, 2024
June 27, 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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected August 3, 2023
June 27, 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 July 28, 2023
June 27, 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 July 21, 2023
June 27, 2023
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 August 2, 2023
June 27, 2023
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 21, 2023
June 27, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 21, 2023
June 27, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 21, 2023
June 27, 2023
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 July 21, 2023
June 27, 2023
Standard
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 August 2, 2023
June 27, 2023
Standard
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 2, 2023
June 27, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 21, 2023
June 27, 2023
Standard
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 28, 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 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.

NameRoleShareSince
AKRIDGE, ULYSSES
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/17/2025
COELHO, ANDREW
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
FALCO, DENISE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
FRANTZ, EDWARD
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
HARRIS, TONY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
KESSLER, THOMAS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
O'RIORDAN, DAMIEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
PAINTER, DAVID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
ROYAL, PATRICIA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
SEKEL, WENDY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
SUNRISE SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/20/2025
THOMPSON, LISA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
VAIDYA, KETANKUMAR
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2013
WELLS, ANJA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/23/2022
WELLTOWER INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
WELLTOWER TRS HOLDCO LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
WELLTOWER TRS HOLDCO LLC
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
WELLTOWER INC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
AKRIDGE, ULYSSES
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/17/2025
COELHO, ANDREW
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
FALCO, DENISE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
FRANTZ, EDWARD
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
KESSLER, THOMAS
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
O'RIORDAN, DAMIEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
PAINTER, DAVID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
ROYAL, PATRICIA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
SEKEL, WENDY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
SUNRISE SENIOR LIVING MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE12/15/2017
THOMPSON, LISA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2025
VAIDYA, KETANKUMAR
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2013
WELLS, ANJA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/23/2022

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Frequently asked questions

What is Brighton Gardens of Edison's rating?

Brighton Gardens of Edison 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 Brighton Gardens of Edison receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Brighton Gardens of Edison 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 Brighton Gardens of Edison?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Sunrise Senior Living. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Brighton Gardens of Edison and how do I contact it?

Brighton Gardens of Edison is at 1801 Oak Tree Road, Edison, NJ 08820. Phone: (732) 767-1031.

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.