nursing home in Saint Simons Island, GA
Marsh's Edge
111 Renegar Way, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522 · (912) 291-2000
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Marsh's Edge at a glance
Marsh's Edge is a 20-bed for-profit nursing home in Saint Simons Island, Georgia (Glynn County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Georgia average of 2.7.
Residents receive about 10.5 hours of nursing care per day (2.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.6 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 22, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Georgia average is 5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 55.2% per year (state average 46%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 20
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Senior Living Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- April 25, 2007
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Glynn County
- CMS Certification Number
- 115718
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 10.54 hrs | 3.56 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.92 hrs | 0.50 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.39 hrs | 2.14 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 9.24 hrs | 3.10 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.2% | 46% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 44.5% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 16 | 50.6 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $12,749 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 20 | 111 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 7 | 90 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 37% | 81.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 5.6% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 2.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 11.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 40.3% | 15.8% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Georgia avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 80.3% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 2 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 22, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 6, 2025 |
| January 29, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2023 |
| January 29, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2023 |
| January 29, 2023 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| January 29, 2023 Fire safety | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2023 |
| January 29, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARSTENS, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2025 |
| HOCKENSMITH, HEATHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/24/2025 |
| MAXWELL GROUP, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/31/2025 |
| MAXWELL GROUP, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/27/2008 |
| THOMPSON, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Marsh's Edge's rating?
Marsh's Edge has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Georgia nursing homes is 2.7 stars.
How many inspection citations did Marsh's Edge receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Georgia average of 5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Marsh's Edge accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Marsh's Edge?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Senior Living Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Marsh's Edge and how do I contact it?
Marsh's Edge is at 111 Renegar Way, Saint Simons Island, GA 31522. Phone: (912) 291-2000.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.