Chesapeake Shores Nursing Center
21412 Great Mills Road · Lexington Park, MD · 20653 · 3018637244
125 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.61 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.65 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.33 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 48% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $47,254 |
Inspection citations (40 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F January 9, 2026
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 9, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
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.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
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 June 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 15, 2024
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 15, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 15, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 15, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected June 18, 2024 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| May 15, 2024 | Fine | $47,254 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 215142 · certified since September 1, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.