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SHORE GARDENS REHABILITATION AND NURSING CENTER

231 WARNER STREET, TOMS RIVER, NJ 08755
Score: 13 / 100

With a score of 13/100, Shore Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing Center ranks in the bottom tier of New Jersey nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

With 3.04 total nurse hours per resident per day, Shore Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent CMS inspections identified 32 deficiencies at Shore Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.04 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.34 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.74 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.96 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.69 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.28 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

32
Total Deficiencies
Jan 4, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 31 Moderate 🔴 1 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity G
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Jan 4, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity D
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Aug 19, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity F
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    May 7, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0835 Severity F
    Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
    May 7, 2025 · Administration 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 13, 2025 · 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 1.3% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 4.6% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 24.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 1.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.8% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 7.2% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 4.0% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $188,976

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 13 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
149
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Feb 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13