Bayonne University Hospital
Scout 100Bayonne, NJ · 17 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Bayonne's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,590–$17,850/mo
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Peace Care St Joseph's
537 Pavonia Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306 · Hudson County
A trusted community healthcare provider for short-term rehab, long-term care and adult medical day-care for over 250 years combined.
63
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 87% full (120 of 139 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Jersey City
Peace Care St Joseph's is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Jersey City, NJ, with 139 certified beds and an average of about 120 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.31 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.20 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 24 federal fines totaling $192,635 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.31 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •$192,635 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Jersey City, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 139
- Avg. residents/day
- 120
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315452
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 | $14,590–$17,850/mo (median $15,800) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local New York 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
- 4.31
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.20
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 43.9%
- 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)
- 9
- Federal fines
- 24 ($192,635)
- Total penalties
- 25
- Last standard survey
- 2024-11-07
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2024-11-07Severity 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.
2024-11-07Severity E — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
2024-11-07Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-11-07Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2024-11-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-07 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-02-20 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-02-12 | Fine | $4,893 |
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $14,814 |
| 2024-01-08 | Fine | $4,938 |
| 2024-01-02 | Fine | $4,587 |
| 2023-12-11 | Fine | $13,762 |
| 2023-11-20 | Fine | $4,587 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
Location
537 Pavonia Avenue, Jersey City, NJ
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Peace Care St Joseph's cost?
Peace Care St Joseph's does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Jersey City, NJ area typically runs $14,590–$17,850 per month (median $15,800, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Peace Care St Joseph's's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Peace Care St Joseph's 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Peace Care St Joseph's?
Staff provide about 4.31 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 43.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Peace Care St Joseph's?
Peace Care St Joseph's has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Peace Care St Joseph's have availability?
Typically 87% full (120 of 139 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Peace Care St Joseph's offer?
Peace Care St Joseph's in Jersey City, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 139 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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