Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare

40 Watchung Way, Berkeley Heights NJ, 07922


Resident Review Score
5.9
|
Good

Starting price

$1,234

For this area
$$$

Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a nursing home in Berkeley Heights, NJ, with 300 certified beds. In addition to being a nursing home, this facility provides assisted living care and has an independent living option.

Costs at this community start at $1,234 and range up to $14,357 per month. The average price in the community is $7,796, which is more than the average cost of $7,795 for nursing home care in the area. The cost of nursing home care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. Depending on the services the resident needs, additional care may increase the monthly cost. This facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.

When considering a nursing home, it's important to understand how much time nurses spend with each resident and what type of nurse provides care. The total time nurses spend with residents in this community is 3.5 hours daily per resident. This time is made up of 1.2 hours with licensed nurses (0.4 by an RN and 0.8 by an LPN) and 2.3 hours with non-licensed nurse aides.

There are 41 hospitals within 25 miles of Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare. The two closest hospitals are Overlook Medical Center, which is 4.9 miles away, and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital At Rahway, which is 7.8 miles away.

This nursing home has an overall rating of 1, which means that it is in the bottom 20% of all facilities reviewed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. This nursing home has a health inspection rating of 1. The quality rating for this facility is 4 and the staff rating is 3.


For personalized guidance, current availability, and help scheduling a tour, call our senior living advisors at1 (844) 240-4458 or reach the community directly at(908) 771-5700

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Pricing for Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare

$7,795Avg. Local Starting Price
Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare$1,234

Starting price

  • Within 25 Miles$8,391
  • In New York$7,795
  • In NJ$7,795

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Resident Review Score
5.9
|
Good
#2 in Berkeley Heights, NJ

Aggregated reviews in this score
Most Loved9
Loved3
Good0
Average0
Below Average11

Reviews

Residents and their families say:

This community has received numerous positive reviews from residents and their families, praising it for delivering exceptional care, providing a supportive environment for rehabilitation, and fostering a sense of independence among patients recovering from various medical procedures. Many reviewers highlighted the community's clean, well-maintained facilities, which had recently undergone renovations, likening the aesthetics to that of a fancy hotel. The nursing and therapy teams were frequently commended for their professionalism, attentiveness, and kindness, with several patients noting rapid improvements in their conditions due to the high-quality care provided. The community's ability to manage pain effectively, teach patients to become independent, and personalize care to meet individual needs were particularly appreciated. Moreover, the positive ambiance extended beyond patient care to include the staff's compassionate and caring attitude towards residents, making them feel like family.
However, a few areas for improvement were mentioned, including staffing issues such as short-staffing and double-shifts, and minor quibbles like the desire for fresh air via windows that open and a more varied menu including fresh fruits and vegetables. Some reviewers also noted limited television channel options and early morning blood work as inconveniences. Despite these points, the overwhelming consensus was one of gratitude and satisfaction with the care received, leading to recommendations from many reviewers to others in need of rehabilitation services. The community's efforts to continuously improve and address any issues raised by residents and their families underscore its commitment to providing quality care and service.

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ANNUAL DATA

Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare


Availability

Each community has a certified number of beds that are available.

certified beds

300

Ratings

User ratings are a trustworthy source of information about a community.

overall

1

health inspection

1

quality

4

staff

3

Incidents

Incidents within a community must be reported and documented.

facility reported

0

infection control citations

0

fines

8

amount of fines

$23,838

Staff Hours (per resident per day)

licensed staff hours

1

total nurse hours

4

weekend nurse hours

3

weekend rn hours

0

Staff Turnover (per year)

nursing staff

46

registered nurses

42

administrators who left

3

Facility Details

  • Legal name

    RUNNELLS CENTER FOR REHABILITATION & HEALTHCARE

  • Ownership type

    For profit - Partnership

  • Federal Provider Number

    315009

  • Provider SSA county code

    370

  • Certification

    Medicare and Medicaid

  • Medicaid start date

    January 01, 1967

  • Type of council

    Resident

  • Ownership change in last 12 months

    No

  • Health inspection in last 2 years

    Yes

  • Located in hospital

    No

  • Continuing Care Retirement Community

    No

Amenities

Runnells Center For Rehabilitation & Healthcare


Accommodations


Library & Computer Lounge

Hospitals


Runnells Specialized Hospital Of Union County

40 Watchung Way

Distance: 0.1 miles

Childrens Specialized Hospital

150 New Providence Road

Distance: 3.6 miles

Summit Oaks Hospital

19 Prospect Street

Distance: 4.6 miles

Churches


Chevan's Church

Plainfield

Distance: 0.3 miles

St Luke's Reformed Episcopal

19 Heather Court, New Providence

Distance: 0.8 miles

Westminster Presbyterian Church

725 Mountain Avenue, Berkeley Heights

Distance: 0.9 miles

Resident Review Score
8.6
|
Most Loved
Autumn Lake Healthcare At Berkeley Heights

Preferred Provider

Autumn Lake Healthcare At Berkeley Heights

35 Cottage Street, Berkeley Heights NJ, 07922


Starting at

$8,040

For this area
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Resident Review Score
N/A
|
Not Enough Reviews
Mcauley Hall Health Care Cente

Preferred Provider

Mcauley Hall Health Care Cente

1633 Highway 22, Watchung NJ, 07069


Starting at

$3,060

For this area
$$$

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Resident Review Score
6.8
|
Good
Continuing Care At Lantern Hill

Preferred Provider

Continuing Care At Lantern Hill

537 Mountain Avenue, New Providence NJ, 07974


Starting at

$1,900

For this area
$$$

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