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South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

2385 Springfield Avenue

4.6(350 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Total units
195
Medicare rating
3 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
195
Hospital proximity
Near three major Union County hospitals
Admissions schedule
Admissions accepted seven days a week
Specialty care unit
Unit for cardiac, stroke, wound, IV, trach, g-tube care
Short-term care option
Respite and palliative care offered

What Families Think

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Vauxhall, NJ holds a strong 4.6 rating from 347 Google reviews, though no individual review comments were provided to detail specific family experiences. The facility positions itself as a full-service skilled nursing and rehab center with dedicated programs for cardiac, stroke, and post-surgical recovery, plus respite and palliative care options.

The Good

  • High 4.6 Google rating across 347 reviews
  • Full continuum from skilled nursing to palliative care
  • Dedicated cardiac and stroke recovery rehab unit
  • Close proximity to three major area hospitals
  • Respite care available for short-term stays
  • Admissions accepted seven days a week

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available
  • No individual review comments provided to verify care quality firsthand

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a senior living community in Vauxhall, New Jersey offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Gathering / Activity Spaces, Housekeeping and Laundry Service. Families rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 350 reviews.

About South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Vauxhall, New Jersey, offering a full range of healthcare services including rehabilitative therapy, skilled nursing care, post-surgical care, long-term care, Alzheimer's and dementia care, as well as respite and palliative care.

The center features SMART Rehab, a signature rehabilitative care program that addresses a broad range of cardiac conditions, including congestive heart failure, post-myocardial infarction, post-coronary artery bypass and valve replacement, and post-cardiac catheter intervention. The SMART Rehab Unit also provides care for post-stroke recovery, wound care, IV therapy, tracheotomy care, gastrostomy care, and other therapeutic needs.

South Mountain is conveniently located in Union County in close proximity to Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, and Saint Barnabas Medical Center. The facility accepts admissions seven days a week and works with hospitals, doctors, discharge planners, and social workers to ensure smooth transfers.

The center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and many insurance plans, as well as private pay. A Director of Admissions is available to assist with insurance and Medicare/Medicaid guidelines and help maximize benefits.

Types of Care at South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

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Reviews of South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center

4.6overall · 350 ratings combined

4.6★ on Google (350)

Queen Duru

Jul 2026

via Google

My beloved Dad is currently at this facility room 206.. Hycent Ibeneme .From the beginning of this admission..Kimberly admission director was very honest, kind words and professional. Unit Manager Ade was up and running doing everything to help my Dad get adjusted easy..She is very kind , approachable nd loves here job.Overall entire staff the first evening of admission gave us best reception ever.. Criselda DON made me feel at home and safe.. I love South Mountains Clean and hospitable

Boston Beautee

Jul 2026

via Google

Family memoirs there. Everyone is nice… from check in,, to servers, to nurses. After your first visit, check in is a breeze. Had a little incident with a nurse and it was handled immediately. All is well.

Darlene Thorpe

May 2026

via Google

This was one of the cleanest rehab center I’ve seen in some time. Atmosphere and attendants were excellent. We were treated with dignity and our loved one was dressed and clean. No urine smell throughout the facility. I would give the facility 5 Star

georgette craig

Apr 2026

via Google

Everybody was so nice and helpful. I spoke to one of the I was glad to hear that they love this place. My sisters in here for the second time. So it must be a good place. While I was visiting there everybody's smile that you and tried to help you. Everything looks so clean and they have a nice view out of their windows where I was anyway.

Lauren Cooper

Apr 2026

via Google

Everyone is so friendly, polite and professional. The staff makes you feel welcome and the building and rooms are very clean. It is definitely a place you can trust with your loved ones.

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Government Inspection History

3 inspection visits in the last three years, 29 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Aug 25, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard10 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 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.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025

  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Oct 8, 2025

May 16, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth ComplaintHealth Standard14 citations
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 25, 2024

  • Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 25, 2024

Apr 19, 2022Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 3, 2022

  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 3, 2022

  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 3, 2022

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 3, 2022

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 3, 2022

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offer?

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center located?

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center is located at 2385 Springfield Avenue in Vauxhall, New Jersey.

What do families say about South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center?

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Vauxhall, NJ holds a strong 4.6 rating from 347 Google reviews, though no individual review comments were provided to detail specific family experiences. The facility positions itself as a full-service skilled nursing and rehab center with dedicated programs for cardiac, stroke, and post-surgical recovery, plus respite and palliative care options.

How did South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center do on recent health and safety inspections?

South Mountain Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center had 3 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 29 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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