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Southern Ocean Center
Nursing home Manahawkin, NJ
1361 Route 72 West, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 · (609) 978-0600
Overall rating 4
Health inspections 3
Staffing 4
Quality of resident care 5
Certified beds136
Residents on an average day120
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation · Genesis Healthcare
Medicare-certified sinceJul 8, 1994
Ratings compared with New Jersey and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | New Jersey average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4 | 3.3 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 3 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 4 | 3.1 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 5 | 4.4 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with New Jersey and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | New Jersey average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.56 | 3.85 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 0.67 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 35% | 39.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 41.2% | 37.7% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Other options nearby
- Mystic Meadows Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
7.2 mi away4★ - Seacrest Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
10.6 mi away3★ - Tallwoods Care Center
14.3 mi away3★ - Barnegat Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
4.1 mi away2★ - Manahawkin Health and Rehabilitation Center
0.0 mi away1★ - Crystal Lake Healthcare and Rehabilitation
14.0 mi away
Nurse aide (CNA) training here. This nursing home runs a state-approved CNA training program: Genesis Southern Ocean Center. Free CNA practice tests →
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).