VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY
Provider Information
- Address
- 175 SOUTH STREET
MORRISTOWN, NJ 07960 - Ownership Type
- Non-Profit
- Medicare Certified Since
- March 18, 1996
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CMS Quality Ratings
Composite score combining quality measures and patient survey results.
Based on the CMS Hospice Care Index — 10 operational quality indicators including visits near death, nursing minutes, and care transitions.
CAHPS Hospice Survey — family caregivers rate communication, symptom management, respect, and overall experience.
CMS scores as of May 2026. Quality of Care derived from CMS Hospice Care Index. Patient Satisfaction from the CMS CAHPS Hospice Survey. Overall is the equally-weighted average of both. All source data published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Staffing & Capacity
| Role | Staff Count |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 3 |
| Physicians | 0 |
| Volunteers | 0 |
16
Total Employees
Staffing data as reported to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Inpatient Care and Medical Equipment
Hospices report these services to Medicare when they are certified. This is what VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY reported, not a check of what it offers today. Confirm current arrangements with the hospice.
- Short-term inpatient care
- Provided directly by this hospice
- Type of inpatient care
- Both general inpatient care and respite care
- Medical supplies and equipment
- Brought in through an outside supplier
Short stays in a hospice inpatient unit, hospital, or nursing home for pain or symptoms that cannot be managed where the patient lives, or to give family caregivers a break.
Equipment and supplies tied to the terminal illness and the plan of care, such as a hospital bed, oxygen, wound supplies, or a wheelchair.
Medicare lets hospices provide these services through arrangements with other organizations. Either way, the hospice stays responsible for the covered care in the patient’s plan of care.
Reported by this hospice to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services when it was certified in 2021.
Care Details from Medicare Data
Medicare computes these numbers from claims and required reporting. They show how VISITING NURSE ASSOCIATION OF NORTHERN NEW JERSEY compares to hospices nationwide.
12.6 minutes
of nurse care per routine home care day, on average
That is the 54th percentile among hospices nationally. The national median is about 12 minutes.
47
patients in care on an average day
A rough measure of size. Smaller can mean more personal. Larger can mean more resources.
How this hospice compares nationally
Bars show national standing on measures from the CMS Hospice Care Index. A fuller bar means this hospice does better than more of the hospices CMS tracks.
- Nurse care minutes per home care day12.6 min
Ranks better than about 54% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The average minutes of nursing care per day for patients getting routine care at home, based on Medicare claims. More nurse time usually means more hands-on support.
- Skilled nursing on weekends8%
Ranks better than about 51% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of skilled nursing time delivered on Saturdays and Sundays. Symptoms do not wait for weekdays, so weekend coverage matters.
- Nurse visits in the last days of life77.3%
Ranks better than about 11% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who got nurse visits in their final days of life. This is when families tend to need the most support.
- Gaps in nursing visits72.5%
Ranks better than about 22% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
How often patients went more than a week without a nursing visit. Fewer gaps mean steadier attention.
- Patients discharged alive early in care11.1%
Ranks better than about 20% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice alive within the first week of care. A rate of 0% means it did not happen to any of their patients.
- Patients discharged alive after 6 months41.7%
Ranks better than about 36% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients discharged alive after six months or more in hospice care.
- Hospital transfers near the end of care11.1%
Ranks better than about 30% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, spent time in the hospital, then came back to hospice.
- Hospital stays that interrupt hospice5.6%
Ranks better than about 9% of hospices nationally on this measure.
What this measures
The share of patients who left hospice, went to the hospital, and died there soon after.
- Days at higher levels of care (CHC or GIP)79th percentile
What this measures
The share of care days delivered at higher levels, such as continuous home care or inpatient care. Shown only as a national rank because small percentages round to zero.
- Medicare spending per patient$14,828 · 33rd percentile
What this measures
What Medicare paid per patient for this hospice's care. Higher or lower spending is not a quality judgment by itself.
Care steps completed at admissionShow detailsMedicare tracked 8 required care steps for new patients here, completed for 21.8% of patients or more. Most hospices score above 90 percent.
- Pain screening100%
- Pain assessment100%
- Breathing difficulty screening96.1%
- Breathing difficulty treatment96.9%
- Treatment preferences discussed100%
- Beliefs and values discussed98.7%
- Visits in the last days of life21.8%
- All care steps completed92.8%
Conditions of patients in their care
Share of patients by primary diagnosis. Useful if you want a team with experience in a specific condition.
- Cancer22%
- Dementia29%
- Heart and circulatory disease18%
- Lung and respiratory disease10%
- Other conditions24%
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reporting period January 2023 through December 2024. Percentiles are computed by CMS across all reporting hospices.
Hospice Care in Morristown
The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey provides essential end-of-life services to families in Morristown and the surrounding Morris County area. Since 1996, this team has supported patients through the final stages of life. They focus on comfort, dignity, and managing symptoms when a cure is no longer the goal. Their office on South Street serves as a hub for their clinical staff. These nurses and aides travel to homes to ensure patients are comfortable where they feel most safe. It is a deeply personal service. Choosing the right hospice is a major decision for any family. You want a team that feels like an extension of your own support system. This agency has been a long-term presence in the community, offering a stable hand during a very difficult season of life.
About Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey
This organization operates as a non-profit provider. That distinction is important because it means their focus stays on patient needs rather than profit margins. They earned their Medicare certification back in March 1996. That shows they have decades of experience meeting federal standards. When you look at their profile, you see a mix of high clinical performance and some room for growth in patient feedback. Their quality of care score is strong at 4.5 out of 5 stars. That number comes from the CMS Hospice Care Index, which measures how well they manage pain and follow clinical rules. The thing is, numbers only tell part of the story. Families should always call to speak with the staff directly. Ask how they handle weekend care or what happens if a symptom flare-up occurs at three in the morning. Real connection matters most.
Quality Insights
Understanding Hospice Care in Morristown
Hospice is about much more than just medical care. It is a holistic way to support the whole person and their family. In Morris County, you have access to several options, but finding the right fit is key. Most people think hospice happens in a building, but most care actually happens in the home. The Visiting Nurse Association of Northern New Jersey brings the care to you. They manage medications, provide emotional support, and help with daily tasks that become too heavy to handle alone. The goal is to keep the patient in their own bed, surrounded by familiar photos and memories. That is the true value of local hospice. It allows families to focus on being family instead of being caregivers. You do not have to walk this path by yourself. Help is just a phone call away.
What to Ask When Choosing a Hospice Provider
You should never feel rushed when choosing a provider. Take a breath. Write these questions down before you call. First, ask how quickly they can get a nurse to your home after you call for help. Seconds count in those moments. Second, ask what their plan is for after-hours support on weekends or holidays. You need to know that a human will answer your call, not an automated machine. Third, ask how they handle spiritual or emotional support for the family. Do they have volunteers or chaplains available? Finally, ask about their specific experience with your loved one's diagnosis. Every condition has its own unique path. Getting clear answers helps you feel confident in your choice. It gives you peace of mind when you need it most. You deserve to feel supported every step of the way.
Preserve Your Family's Story
During this time, your family's history and memories are more precious than ever. We can help you capture those stories so they are never lost.
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