nursing home in Elizabeth, NJ
Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
456 Rahway Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07202 · (908) 354-1300
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is a 128-bed for-profit nursing home in Elizabeth, New Jersey (Union 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 3.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 5, 2025) found 1 health citation. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 30.7% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 128
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 8, 2004
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Union County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315483
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) | 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) | 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) | 3.30 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.01 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.95 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.7% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.8% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 18 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 128 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 104 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 81.3% | 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) | 1.2% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.3% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 17.3% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 3.7% | 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) | 3.9% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.7% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 11.5% | 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) | 11.3% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 2.9% | 15.6% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 99.1% | 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) | 4.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 5, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 27, 2025 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 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 February 5, 2024 |
| January 25, 2024 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 February 5, 2024 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0841 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 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 April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 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 May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 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 April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 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 May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0742 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 15, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2022 |
| March 17, 2022 Standard | Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0888 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 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 $0 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| January 25, 2024 | Payment Denial | 7 days from April 25, 2024 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLAZA NURSING & CONVALESCENT CENTER INC. Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| FISHMAN, BENZION Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FISHMAN, MORDECHAI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2013 |
| FISHMAN, NATHAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| FISHMAN, ZEV Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2013 |
| KARELITZ, SHLOMO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| PLAZA NURSING & CONVALESCENT CENTER INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| SALUJA, RUBY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
| FISHMAN, ZEV Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2013 |
| FISHMAN GROUP LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FISHMAN, BENZION Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FISHMAN, MORDECHAI Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FISHMAN, ZEV Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/30/2013 |
| FISHMAN, BENZION Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| FISHMAN, MORDECHAI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| KARELITZ, SHLOMO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2024 |
| SALUJA, RUBY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2004 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation 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 Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Plaza Healthcare & 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 Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - partnership. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is at 456 Rahway Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07202. Phone: (908) 354-1300.
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.