nursing home in Ocean City, NJ
United Methodist Communities at the Shores
2201 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 · (609) 399-8505
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
United Methodist Communities at the Shores at a glance
United Methodist Communities at the Shores is a 60-bed non-profit nursing home in Ocean City, New Jersey (Cape May County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the New Jersey average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 29, 2025) found 4 health citations. The New Jersey average is 8.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.7% per year (state average 39.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Church Related
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 16, 1998
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cape May County
- CMS Certification Number
- 315394
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.18 hrs | 3.85 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.88 hrs | 0.68 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.35 hrs | 2.23 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.81 hrs | 3.50 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.7% | 39.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.8% | 37.7% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 25 | 72.3 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey 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 | $34,926 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 147 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 56 | 122 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.7% | 84% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 7.8% | 2.3% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.4% | 5.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 12.6% | 12.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 20.8% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 40.7% | 8.2% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.3% | 4.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 12.1% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 29.4% | 18.8% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 33.8% | 15.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.5% | 93% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | New Jersey avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 77.1% | 80.1% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 96.3% | 79% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 14 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 2, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 2, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 31, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 30, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 29, 2025 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 29, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 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 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Complaint | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| February 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2024 |
| November 5, 2021 Fire safety | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 14, 2021 |
| November 5, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2021 |
| November 5, 2021 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 December 14, 2021 |
| November 5, 2021 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 14, 2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTI, JOSEPH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/25/2025 |
| ELLIS, JULIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/14/2005 |
| PETERSON, ROBERT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2019 |
| ZAUNER, JAMES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
| ELLIS, JULIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/14/2005 |
| PETERSON, ROBERT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/16/2019 |
| ZAUNER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/09/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is United Methodist Communities at the Shores's rating?
United Methodist Communities at the Shores has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for New Jersey nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did United Methodist Communities at the Shores receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a New Jersey average of 8.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does United Methodist Communities at the Shores accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns United Methodist Communities at the Shores?
It is non profit - church related. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is United Methodist Communities at the Shores and how do I contact it?
United Methodist Communities at the Shores is at 2201 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226. Phone: (609) 399-8505.
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.