Cape May Court House, NJ · 116 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Cape May Court House's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,690–$14,340/mo
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Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation
3809 Bayshore Road, North Cape May, NJ 08204 · Cape May County
OUR PROMISE IS TO PROVIDE QUALITY CARE & EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 96% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in North Cape May
Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in North Cape May, NJ, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.45 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $16,153 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.64 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in North Cape May, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 115
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 315508
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,690–$14,340/mo (median $12,150) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Atlantic City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.64
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.45
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 32.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($16,153)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2025-03-24Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2023-11-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-24 | Fine | $16,153 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
Location
3809 Bayshore Road, North Cape May, NJ
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation
How much does Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation cost?
Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the North Cape May, NJ area typically runs $10,690–$14,340 per month (median $12,150, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Staff provide about 3.64 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation?
Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation have availability?
Typically 96% full (115 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation offer?
Pelican Pointe Post Acute Nursing & Rehabilitation in North Cape May, NJ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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