Berkeley Heights, NJ · 300 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Berkeley Heights's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $12,170–$16,340/mo
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Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside
150 New Providence Road, Mountainside, NJ 07092 · Union County
Children's Specialized Outpatient Center at Mountainside offers outpatient care for children facing special health challenges. Learn more about our wide range of outpatient services for children.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 80% 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.
One of Mountainside's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Mountainside, NJ, with 64 certified beds and an average of about 51 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 8.31 total nurse hours per resident each day (2.77 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 1 health deficiency at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (8.31 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Mountainside for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 64
- Avg. residents/day
- 51
- Ownership
- Non profit - Other
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315239
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 | $12,170–$16,340/mo (median $13,830) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Newark 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
- 8.31
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 2.77
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 37.7%
- 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)
- 1
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-23
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (9 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-09-26Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-09-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-07-19Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2024-07-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023-06-27Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2023-06-27Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2023-06-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Wellness programs
Location
150 New Providence Road, Mountainside, NJ
- Monday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside
How much does Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside cost?
Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Mountainside, NJ area typically runs $12,170–$16,340 per month (median $13,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside?
Staff provide about 8.31 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside?
Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside has 9 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside have availability?
Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside offer?
Childrens Specialized Hospital Mountainside in Mountainside, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 64 beds.
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