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UNITED METHODIST COMMUNITIES AT THE SHORES

2201 BAY AVENUE, OCEAN CITY, NJ 08226
Score: 92 / 100

Among nursing homes in New Jersey, United Methodist Communities At The Shores stands out with an A grade and a score of 92 out of 100. It ranks in the 93th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

United Methodist Communities At The Shores provides above-average staffing with 4.27 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 18 deficiencies at United Methodist Communities At The Shores. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.27 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.98 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.89 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.40 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.85 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.58 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

18
Total Deficiencies
Aug 28, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 18 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Aug 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0655 Severity D
    Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
    Aug 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Aug 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0690 Severity D
    Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent
    Aug 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Feb 19, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 8.0% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 12.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 21.4% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 7.2% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 42.9% 45.0% Average

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Certified Beds
60
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 28, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4