Union County, New Jersey · Nursing home
Cranford Park Care
2 of 5 overall from CMS
600 Lincoln Park East, Cranford, NJ 07016
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.3
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.24 hours Below the state average of 3.85
- Nursing staff who left in a year Not reported
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 34 None at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years None None listed by CMS
- Certified beds in use 90.0% of 100 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Cranford Park Care is a 100-bed nursing home in Cranford, New Jersey (Union County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.24 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the New Jersey average of 3.85. CMS lists no fines in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 100
- Residents per day (average)
- 90.0
- Certified since
- 1997 (29 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Cranford Park Care
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS counts 12 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Aug 21, 2025 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the New Jersey average is 8.6. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 2.90 hours per resident on weekends against 3.24 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.38 hours per resident per day; the New Jersey average is 0.68. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 New Jersey average 3.3
- Health inspections 2 of 5 New Jersey average 2.8
- Staffing 2 of 5 New Jersey average 3.1
- Quality measures 4 of 5 New Jersey average 4.4
The vertical line marks the New Jersey average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.24 h New Jersey average 3.85
- Nurse aides 2.14 h New Jersey average 2.23
- Licensed practical nurses 0.71 h New Jersey average 0.93
- Registered nurses 0.38 h New Jersey average 0.68
- All staff, weekends 2.90 h New Jersey average 3.50
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 11 hours. The vertical line marks the New Jersey average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnoverNot reported
- New Jersey average39.7%
- Registered nurse turnoverNot reported
- New Jersey average37.7%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the New Jersey and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | New Jersey | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 5.9% | 8.7% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.7% | 4.6% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.4% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 3.8% | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.4% | 2.3% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 90.9% | 93.0% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 1.8% | 8.2% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 11.7% | 18.8% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 97.2% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 6.7% | 5.4% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 4.9% | 15.6% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 14.4% | 12.7% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.70 | 2.07 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.00 | 1.11 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | New Jersey | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 30.2% | 79.0% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 71.1% | 80.1% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 25.7% | 24.9% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 3.3% | 8.1% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 34 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. None was graded as actual harm or immediate jeopardy. 5 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2025 | 12 | 0 |
| Mar 27, 2024 | 14 | 8 |
| Sep 15, 2023 | 8 | 0 |
New Jersey homes averaged 8.6 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (34)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 18, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 12, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Nov 17, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 15, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 8, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 15, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 15, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 15, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 8, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 8, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 8, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 15, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 14, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 14, 2025)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 29, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 29, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 29, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 29, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 29, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Apr 1, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 21, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 20, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 20, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 21, 2023)
Showing the 30 most recent of 34.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this home in the past three years.
New Jersey homes averaged 0.7 fines and $34,926 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within New Jersey
- Size279 of 348 by certified beds
- New Jersey average residents per day122.4
- ChainNone listed
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Union County23
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Cranford Park Care?
Cranford Park Care has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 2, staffing is 2 and quality measures is 4.
How many beds does Cranford Park Care have?
Cranford Park Care has 100 certified beds. It averages 90.0 residents per day, about 90.0% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Cranford Park Care?
The home reports 3.24 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.38 hours from registered nurses. The New Jersey average is 3.85 hours and 0.68 hours from registered nurses.
Has Cranford Park Care been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
Does Cranford Park Care accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 5 of 5 Birchwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 200beds 92.7%in use 3.35nurse hours a day
- 4 of 5 Complete Care at Clark LLC 140beds 95.4%in use 3.49nurse hours a day
- 3 of 5 Cornell Hall Care & Rehabilitation Center 177beds 75.3%in use 3.44nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Union County
Who to call in New Jersey
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in New Jersey.
- Long-term care ombudsman New Jersey Long-Term Care Ombudsman 1-877-582-6995 (Fax 1-609-943-3479. Email: ombudsman@ltco.nj.gov. Mail: P.O. Box 852, Trenton, NJ 08625-0852.) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Department of Health Complaint Hotline 1-800-792-9770 (24-hour hotline, seven days a week; complaints may be made by phone without giving a name. Long-term care complaints can also be faxed to 609-943-4977 (reviewed during business hours), submitted online (web.doh.nj.gov/fc/search.aspx), or mailed to NJ Department of Health, PO Box 367, Trenton, NJ 08625-0367.) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
New Jersey staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 315390. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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