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Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River

94 Stevens Road, Toms River, NJ 08755 · Ocean County

At RWJBarnabas Health, we are dedicated to serving communities in New Jersey with high-quality and cost-efficient medical care. With hospital locations and specialty service departments across the state, we offer coordinated health efforts to all of our patients.

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 63% full — availability is generally good.

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 Toms River's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Toms River, NJ, with 26 certified beds and an average of about 16 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 6.67 total nurse hours per resident each day (2.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 2 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • 5-star overall CMS rating
  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (6.67 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 Toms River for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
26
Avg. residents/day
16
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
315443

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

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$12,170–$16,340/mo (median $13,830)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lakewood prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
6.67
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
2.53
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
33.3%
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)
2
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2024-09-13
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (7 citations on record — showing the latest 7). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-09-13Severity 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.

2024-09-13Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2023-06-15Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2023-06-15Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2023-06-15Severity D — 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.

2021-08-03Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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.

2021-08-03Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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
  • Wellness programs

Location

94 Stevens Road, Toms River, NJ

  • Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River

How much does Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River cost?

Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Toms River, 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 Toms River's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River?

Staff provide about 6.67 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River?

Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River has 7 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-09-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River have availability?

Typically 63% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River offer?

Childrens Specialized Hospital Toms River in Toms River, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 26 beds.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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