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Livingston Post Acute Care

348 E Cedar Street, Livingston, NJ 07039 · Essex County

Livingston Post-Acute Care is a 5 Star Facility with high-end amenities and all private rooms that are not found in your typical Skilled Nursing Facility. We have world-class care located In a great area in the heart of Northern NJ.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 100% full (130 of 124 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Livingston

Livingston Post Acute Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Livingston, NJ, with 124 certified beds and an average of about 130 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.83 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 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 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.84 hrs/resident/day)
•15 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Livingston options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 124
Avg. residents/day: 130
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 315526

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 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

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.84; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.83; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.1%; 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): 15
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2026-01-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (43 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-01-05Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2026-01-05Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2026-01-05Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2026-01-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Concierge services

Location

348 E Cedar Street, Livingston, 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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Common questions about Livingston Post Acute Care

How much does Livingston Post Acute Care cost?

Livingston Post Acute Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Livingston, 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 Livingston Post Acute Care's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Livingston Post Acute Care 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Livingston Post Acute Care?

Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Livingston Post Acute Care?

Livingston Post Acute Care has 43 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Livingston Post Acute Care have availability?

Typically 100% full (130 of 124 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Livingston Post Acute Care offer?

Livingston Post Acute Care in Livingston, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 124 beds.

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