Ocean Grove Post Acute
231 South Washington Street · Millsboro, DE · 19966 · 3029347300
181 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Prestige Healthcare Administrative Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 72 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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.66 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.45 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (71 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 5, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
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 August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 2, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 2, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
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 August 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 085037 · certified since January 1, 1990. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.