Lawrenceville, NJ · 100 beds
5.0CMS rating
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Est. $11,150–$14,970/mo
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Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC
5000 Windrow Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540 · Mercer County
74
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Princeton
Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Princeton, NJ, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 151 residents per day. It operates as part of the Mb Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.52 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.51 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Princeton for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 151
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Mb Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315370
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,150–$14,970/mo (median $12,680) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Trenton prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.51
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.52
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 49.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 10
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-02-25Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
2025-02-25Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-02-25Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Library
Location
5000 Windrow Drive, Princeton, NJ
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC
How much does Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC cost?
Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Princeton, NJ area typically runs $11,150–$14,970 per month (median $12,680, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC?
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC?
Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC have availability?
Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC offer?
Carnegie Post Acute Care at Princeton LLC in Princeton, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.
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