Bergen New Bridge Medical Center
230 E Ridgewood Ave · Paramus, NJ · 07652 · 2019674000
574 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.57 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.02 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.34 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 19% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D November 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
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.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
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.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 16, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 13, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected June 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F May 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected June 15, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G April 6, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 22, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 6, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected April 22, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 6, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 22, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2021
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.
Corrected April 15, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2021
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected April 15, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315017 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.