RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 8 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Wayne, NJ (2026)

Every CMS-certified nursing home in Wayne, NJ, independently ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

8Nursing Homes in Wayne
2.9/5
-0.4 vs state avgState avg: 3.30Wayne Avg Rating
$39K$44K vs state avgState avg: $83KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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Nursing HomeWayne, NJ

Preakness Healthcare Center

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★★☆☆☆2 out of 5 stars2.0Below AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures2.0
406 BedsInspected May 2025

Below New Jersey avg of 3.3

305 Oldham RoadWayne, NJ 07470

(973) 585-2132

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Care landscape in Wayne

How Wayne compares with the rest of New Jersey on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+19.2%

    About the same as the state average of 19.2%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover42.8%

    A little higher than the state average of 41.0%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability10.1%

    About 11% lower than the state average of 11.4%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Wayne, NJ?

This page evaluates 8 eligible nursing homes in Wayne, NJ and shows the top 8.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

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