Nursing homes in Elizabeth, NJ

Compare 4 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Elizabeth, part of the Union area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 4★ — above the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.

Elizabeth, located in Union County, hosts four nursing homes that provide skilled medical care to residents across the 07202 and 07206 ZIP codes. Based on data from CMS Care Compare, these facilities maintain an average overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Among the local options, Elmora Hills Health & Rehabilitation Center, operated by Ocean Healthcare, stands out as the city's only 5-star facility for those seeking top-tier care.

What to look for in Elizabeth

• All homes in Elizabeth score 3★ or higher on compliance — a positive sign on regulatory standards.
• 1 of 4 home meets a 4★+ staffing benchmark — ask about RN coverage at night.
• 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
• 1 of 4 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.

Top 4 highest rated nursing homes in Elizabeth

1. 1
   ELMORA HILLS HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTER

   OCEAN HEALTHCARE · Large
   5.0
2. 2
   ELIZABETH NURSING AND REHAB

   BRACHA INC · Medium
   4.0
3. 3
   Plaza Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

   PLAZA HEALTH CARE & REHAB. CENT. · Large
   4.0
4. 4
   TRINITAS HOSPITAL

   TRINITAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER · Large
   3.0

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