Trinitas Hospital
655 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206, Union County
Trinitas Hospital provides skilled nursing services directly on its main hospital campus at 655 East Jersey Street in Elizabeth. The setting is licensed for 124 long-term care beds, offering round-the-clock nursing support alongside acute hospital resources. Because the skilled nursing program is hospital-based, residents have immediate on-site access to specialist physicians, surgical suites, laboratory testing, and advanced diagnostic imaging without requiring outside transport.
Living spaces and clinical areas are structured to support individuals with multi-system medical conditions and intensive rehabilitation needs. The clinical team provides dedicated post-operative care, cardiac and stroke recovery, and management for chronic illnesses like renal disease, diabetes, and COPD. Specialized medical capabilities also include wound care, IV therapy, and ventilator management.
Daily life centers around clinical stabilization, therapy, and steady recovery under the guidance of licensed nurses and therapists. Family members visiting loved ones will find a location integrated into the community, surrounded by neighborhood shops, cafes, and diverse dining spots along the Elizabeth Avenue commercial corridor. Warinanco Park is nearby, offering open green spaces and walking paths for visitors taking a break before or after visits.
The campus is positioned for easy regional travel within Union County, close to major routes including the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. Multiple NJ Transit bus lines and rail connections serve the surrounding blocks, and Newark Liberty International Airport is about ten minutes away. This makes it practical for families traveling from across northern New Jersey or flying in from out of state to visit.
Pricing
What care costs in this area.
What nursing home care costs in this area
$12,775 a month
That is the New Jersey median for a semi-private nursing home room, not this community's price. This community's actual rate depends on room type and care level. Ask us for this month's real numbers.
Source: CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey, published March 2026. Figures verified September 2026.
Care services provided
Nursing home
- Round-the-clock skilled nursing care
- Rehabilitation services
- Post-acute surgical recovery
- Cardiac and stroke recovery care
- Chronic disease management (COPD, diabetes, renal disease)
- Wound care
- Intravenous (IV) therapy
- Ventilator management
- Direct access to acute hospital specialists and imaging
Amenities
Health and medical resources
- Hospital-based skilled nursing care
- Specialist physician access
- Advanced diagnostic imaging on-site
- On-site laboratory services
- Surgical capabilities
- Wound care
- IV therapy
- Ventilator management
Wellness and care
- Round-the-clock nursing care
- Licensed therapy services
- Rehabilitative care
Location and access
- Proximity to Warinanco Park
- Access to Elizabeth Avenue dining and shops
- Proximity to Jersey Gardens outlet center
- Access to NJ Transit bus and rail routes
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Location
655 East Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
License
- License number
- 12001L
- Licensed as
- Long Term Care Facility
- License valid to
- 08/31/2027
- Licensed capacity
- 124 long term care beds
- Payment accepted
- Medicaid, Medicare, Private pay
- Executive director
- Estredida Martin
- As listed on the state license.
Checked against the New Jersey Department of Health record on 9/25/2026.
Ownership
Who owns this community, as listed on the state licence.
- Owner on the licence
- TRINITAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
Frequently asked questions
What makes hospital-based skilled nursing different from a standalone nursing facility?+
Because it is based directly within the hospital, residents have immediate access to acute clinical resources, medical specialists, laboratory testing, and diagnostic imaging. This allows the care team to address sudden changes in condition on-site without needing an emergency transfer to a separate facility.
What payment types does the facility accept?+
The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options for licensed long-term care services.
What types of medical conditions are handled here?+
The program serves individuals with complex conditions who need close medical oversight, including those recovering from strokes, cardiac events, or major operations. It also accommodates residents requiring specialized clinical services such as IV therapy, wound care, and ventilator management.
How accessible is Trinitas Hospital for visiting families?+
The campus is located at 655 East Jersey Street in Elizabeth. It is served by NJ Transit bus and rail lines, sits a short drive from the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway, and is roughly ten minutes from Newark Liberty International Airport.
What parks and dining options are nearby for visitors?+
Yes, visiting families can walk or take a break at nearby Warinanco Park, which has walking paths and green lawns. The neighboring Elizabeth Avenue corridor also features many local restaurants, bakeries, and cafes, while The Mills at Jersey Gardens is a short drive away.