Southern Ocean Center
Nursing Home · Manahawkin, NJ
CMS certification number315332
Contact & location
1361 Route 72 WestManahawkin, NJ 08050
Ocean County
- Phone
- (609) 978-0600
- ZIP code
- 08050 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 136
- Residents per day
- 119.6 (88% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- 1361 Route 72 West Operations LLC
- Chain
- Genesis Healthcare (184 facilities, avg 2.4★)
- Medicare certified since
- July 8, 1994
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 3.56 (state 3.85 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.67 (state 0.68 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 0.99 (state 0.93 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 1.90 (state 2.23 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.30 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 35.0 (state 39.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 41.2 (state 37.7 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 0 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- September 8, 2025
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 6.0 (state 8.8 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 3
- Infection control citations
- 2
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 32 health · 12 fire safety
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-03 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-01 |
| 2026-03-03 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-01 |
| 2025-09-08 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-10-21 |
| 2025-09-08 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-10-21 |
| 2025-09-08 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-10-21 |
| 2025-09-08 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. F0640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-10-21 |
| 2025-06-06 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-07-15 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-04 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-04 |
| 2024-05-02 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition F0637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-04 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. F0690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-04 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-04 |
| 2024-05-02 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-06-04 |
| 2023-10-05 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-14 |
| 2023-10-05 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-11-14 |
| 2022-04-06 | 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. F0809 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. F0698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. F0886 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
| 2022-04-06 | Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 F0888 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2022-05-10 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Fc-Gen Operations Investment LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest | |
| Gen Operations I LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest | |
| Genesis NJ Holdings LLC (organization) | 5%+ Direct Ownership Interest | |
| Gen Operations II LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Genesis Healthcare INC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Genesis Healthcare LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Genesis Holdings LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Genesis Operations LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| GHC Holdings LLC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Sun Healthcare Group INC (organization) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Whitman, Arnold (individual) | 5%+ Indirect Ownership Interest | |
| Genesis Operations LLC (organization) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Larkin, Harry (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Myers, John (individual) | Administrator · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Fishman, Steven (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Berg, Michael (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Fishman, Steven (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Larkin, Harry (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Morris, Diane (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Myers, John (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Southern Ocean Center?
Southern Ocean Center has a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.3-star average in New Jersey.
How many beds does Southern Ocean Center have?
It has 136 certified beds and cares for about 120 residents per day.
Has Southern Ocean Center been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Who owns Southern Ocean Center?
It is part of Genesis Healthcare and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Southern Ocean Center?
(609) 978-0600. The facility is located at 1361 Route 72 West, Manahawkin, NJ 08050.
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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.