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Scout 100Bayonne, NJ · 17 beds
5.0CMS rating
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One of Bayonne's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $14,590–$17,850/mo
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Preakness Healthcare Center
305 Oldham Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 · Passaic County
38
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 68% 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.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Preakness Healthcare Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Wayne, NJ, with 406 certified beds and an average of about 275 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.12 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $15,646 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.03 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •16 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Wayne options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 406
- Avg. residents/day
- 275
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315361
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
- 4.03
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.12
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.7%
- 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)
- 16
- Federal fines
- 1 ($15,646)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-01-22
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (35 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-05-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-01-22Severity 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.
2025-01-22Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2025-01-22Severity E — 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.
2025-01-22Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2025-01-22Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-01-22Severity 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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-26 | Fine | $15,646 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
305 Oldham Road, Wayne, 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 Preakness Healthcare Center
How much does Preakness Healthcare Center cost?
Preakness Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wayne, 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 Preakness Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Preakness Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Preakness Healthcare Center?
Staff provide about 4.03 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Preakness Healthcare Center?
Preakness Healthcare Center has 35 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Preakness Healthcare Center have availability?
Typically 68% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Preakness Healthcare Center offer?
Preakness Healthcare Center in Wayne, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 406 beds.
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