WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #83 out of 344 facilities in New Jersey, placing it in the top half of the state, and #11 out of 29 in Bergen County, meaning only ten local options are better. The facility is improving, as it reduced issues from five in 2023 to three in 2025. Staffing is average, with a 3/5 rating and a turnover rate of 38%, which is better than the state average. However, the facility has encountered some concerns, including failing to ensure that three residents had their physician progress notes accurately dated and not conducting required face-to-face visits for one resident, which raises questions about oversight. While the overall quality measures are excellent, families should weigh these strengths against the identified weaknesses when making their decision.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In New Jersey
- #83/344
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 38% turnover. Near New Jersey's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $9,750 in fines. Lower than most New Jersey facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 40 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for New Jersey. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover below average (38%)
10 points below New Jersey average of 48%
Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
Near New Jersey avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
May 2025
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0658
(Tag F0658)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Complaint number: NJ00169346
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to follow professional standards of practice by not clarifying a Physician's...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0712
(Tag F0712)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the resident's primary physician (MD) responsible for supervising the care of residents conduct...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0711
(Tag F0711)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that the resident's pri...
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Mar 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Resident Rights
(Tag F0550)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure a ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, record review, document review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to report...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Report Alleged Abuse
(Tag F0609)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interviews, record review, document review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to report...
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Deficiency Text Not Available
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CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observations, interviews, record review, and facility policy review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure st...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (88/100). Above average facility, better than most options in New Jersey.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • 38% turnover. Below New Jersey's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within New Jersey, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center Staffed?
CMS rates WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 38%, compared to the New Jersey average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER during 2023 to 2025. These included: 8 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center?
WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by FAMILY OF CARING HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 114 certified beds and approximately 87 residents (about 76% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in WOODCLIFF LAKE, New Jersey.
How Does Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center Compare to Other New Jersey Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in New Jersey, WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.3, staff turnover (38%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in New Jersey. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center Stick Around?
WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 38%, which is about average for New Jersey nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center Ever Fined?
WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER has been fined $9,750 across 1 penalty action. This is below the New Jersey average of $33,176. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is Woodcliff Lake Health & Rehabilitation Center on Any Federal Watch List?
WOODCLIFF LAKE HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.