Fountain Springs at Cape May Nursing & Rehab Cente
502 Route 9 North · Cape May Court House, NJ · 08210 · 6094657633
116 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.82 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.40 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (19 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E November 26, 2024
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 26, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F November 26, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 20, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
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 May 20, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 27, 2023
Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.
Corrected May 20, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2022
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected March 31, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2022
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected March 31, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 18, 2022
Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
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 March 15, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 18, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 15, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 315193 · certified since July 13, 1982. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.