Toms River, NJ

Shore Gardens Rehabilitation And Nursing Center

1-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with $188,976 in total fines with 13 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

231 Warner Street, Toms River, NJ

(732) 942-0800

Compare this facility

Overall

1 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

4 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

149

Certified beds

Average residents

141

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1999-06-10

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.34

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

0.74

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

1.96

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

2.69

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

46%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

31%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.7
2.1
0.6 pts worse
1.9
0.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
1.1
0.9 pts worse
1.8
0.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 92.1%
93.0%
0.9 pts worse
93.4%
1.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.6%
97.2%
2.6 pts worse
95.5%
0.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 4.6%
2.4%
2.2 pts worse
3.3%
1.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 16.5%
11.4%
5.1 pts worse
11.4%
5.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 7.2%
4.6%
2.6 pts worse
5.4%
1.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 24.8%
19.0%
5.8 pts worse
19.6%
5.2 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.5%
13.5%
11 pts worse
16.7%
7.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.1%
0.1 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 7.7%
9.8%
2.1 pts better
16.3%
8.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 12.8%
9.7%
3.1 pts worse
14.9%
2.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.4%
0.7%
0.3 pts better
1.0%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
0.8%
0.3 pts worse
1.7%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 4.0%
15.9%
11.9 pts better
19.8%
15.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 1.3%
6.0%
4.7 pts better
5.1%
3.8 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 51.7%
78.7%
27 pts worse
81.7%
30 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 6.9%
8.2%
1.3 pts better
12.0%
5.1 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 5.0%
1.2%
3.8 pts worse
1.6%
3.4 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 61.4%
80.1%
18.7 pts worse
79.7%
18.3 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 28.4%
25.4%
3 pts worse
23.9%
4.5 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-02-14 · Fire 2025-02-14

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Rights (4 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-05-11 · Fire 2023-05-11

16 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

8 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-04-05 · Fire 2021-04-05

3 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)

1 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (1 deficiency)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

K531 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.

Corrected 2025-03-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2025-03-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2025-03-11

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-06-07

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-06-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

Corrected 2023-06-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K914 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.

Corrected 2023-06-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-06-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-05-31

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2023-06-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2023-06-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-05

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2021-05-11

Inspection history

Recent health citations

G · Actual harm 2026-01-05

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Not marked corrected

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-20

F628 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Corrected 2025-09-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2025-07-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2025-07-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Corrected 2025-04-03

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2025-03-11

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2025-03-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-03-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Corrected 2025-03-04

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2025-03-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2025-03-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2025-03-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2025-03-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-02-14

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-03-11

J · Immediate jeopardy 2024-11-22

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-12-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-11-22

F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

Corrected 2024-12-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-11-22

F835 · Administration Deficiencies

Health

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Corrected 2024-12-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-06-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2023-06-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2023-06-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2023-06-23

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F711 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F745 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2023-06-23

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-11

F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Corrected 2023-06-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-05

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2021-05-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-05

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2021-05-11

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-04-05

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2021-05-20

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

$54,510 2025-05-08

Fine

Fine · fine $54,510

Fine

$34,457 2025-02-14

Fine

Fine · fine $34,457

Fine

$100,009 2024-11-22

Fine

Fine · fine $100,009

Fine

Ownership

Abramczyk, Jacob

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

31% 3 facilities 2021-08-03
Abramczyk, Naftoli

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

25% 3 facilities 2021-08-03
Shapiro, Sima

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

23% 2 facilities 2021-08-03
Abramczyk, Joseph

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

21% 2 facilities 2021-08-03
Engelson, Daniel

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2021-08-03

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