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CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Marsh’s Edge is a 32-bed skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Saint Simons Island, Georgia. Privately owned and serving Glynn County residents on the Georgia coast in Renegar Way, the SNF operates within a broader campus. Medicare and private pay are welcome.
The data picture is uniformly strong. Nurse hours of 10h 32m per resident day rank 1st among 190 Georgia SNFs , more than double the 3h 37m state average, and the CMS staffing sub-rating reflects case-mix adjusted hours 122.2 percent above Georgia’s benchmark. All four CMS sub-ratings sit well above state average, producing a 5-star overall rating 94.6 percent above Georgia’s average. Over seven years on file, the facility averaged 0.6 deficiencies annually, 88 percent below Georgia’s 4.9 average, with no immediate jeopardy findings, fines, or enforcement actions. The four total deficiencies across the window were a fire drill documentation gap and one soup temperature reading in January 2018, and a narcotic documentation discrepancy and interim administrator coverage gap in July 2021. Clean was the latest annual survey in August 2025. The facility has received national quality recognition six times.
Amenities span a premier fine dining program, an award-winning wellness program, push-button security, and a coastal campus setting near Saint Simons Island’s marshes and waterways.
Marsh’s Edge suits well for older adults on Saint Simons Island seeking short-term post-acute rehabilitation or long-term skilled nursing within a full-continuum life plan community. It has staffing depth and clinical outcomes that consistently rank among Georgia’s best.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 1st out of 190 homes in Georgia for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 56m per day | ▲ 300% State avg: 29m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 1h 55m per day | ▲ 105% State avg: 56m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 4h 27m per day | ▲ 107% State avg: 2h 9m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 9h 58m per day | ▲ 221% State avg: 3h 6m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 11m per day | ▲ 267% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 1h 27m per day | ▲ 335% State avg: 20m per day · National avg: 28m per day |
Lower than the Georgia average: 78.1%Marsh’s Edge is administrated by Mr. Chris Murray.
In Georgia, the Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division conducts unannounced inspections to ensure facilities adhere to state health and safety requirements.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Georgia state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | GA Average | vs. GA Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 6 | 21 | This facility has 71% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Georgia nursing home (6 vs. GA avg 21).↓ 71% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2017.
| 0.7 | 2.3 | This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Georgia nursing home (0.7 vs. GA avg 2.3).↓ 70% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Georgia average 3.4
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Georgia average 16.6
Georgia average 4.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 2 citations resulted from standard inspections.
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.7
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.5
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: July 1 – September 30, 2025 (Q3 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
393% more staff per resident than Georgia average
6% worse than Georgia average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering July 1 – September 30, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 5 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
5
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
11.7 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 8 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
8
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 23 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
23
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering July 1 – September 30, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
1,356 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering July 1 – September 30, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 23 | 0 | 23 | 4,120 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 1,773 | 92 | 100% | 8.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,324 | 92 | 100% | 11.7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1,024 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 980 | 88 | 96% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 514 | 66 | 72% | 6.4 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 466 | 60 | 65% | 7.8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 271 | 63 | 68% | 3.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 193 | 42 | 46% | 4.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 4 | 4 | 172 | 40 | 43% | 4.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 167 | 49 | 53% | 3.4 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 20 | 13 | 14% | 1.5 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 7 | 8% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
89% lower than Georgia averageGeorgia average: $40K
51% fewer fines than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.3
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
0.0
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 10.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.7
44% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 17.4
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
9.7%
39% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 16.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 3.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 8.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 19.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
9% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 91.5%
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
24% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 80.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 2.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
25.5%
5% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 24.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.1%
17% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 12.2%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
10.0%
81% worse than Georgia averageGeorgia average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
51.9%
In line with Georgia averageGeorgia average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
78% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
22% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
9Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Marsh’s Edge based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #87 / 185Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 87th out of 185 homes in Georgia for payroll. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Georgia average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
4.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Saint Simons Island's city center to Marsh’s Edge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Marsh’s Edge is located in SAINT SIMONS ISLAND, Georgia.
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The information below is reported by the Georgia Department of Community Health, Healthcare Facility Regulation Division.
| Marsh’s Edge |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Saint Simons Island | 32
Facility
32
GA AVG
88
Rank
#590 / 672 | 28.1% | -64% | 10.53 | -9% | +196% | $4.6k | 2 | 1.0 | - | 9 | - |
67
Facility
67
GA AVG
39
Rank
#125 / 873 | David Jackson | $17.4M | $5.3M | 30.7% | 115718 | ||||
| The William Breman Jewish Home |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Atlanta (Buckhead) | 96
Facility
96
GA AVG
88
Rank
#254 / 672 | 96.9% | +24% | 5.36 | +14% | +51% | $0 | 10 | 3.3 | 2 | 88 | A+ |
23
Facility
23
GA AVG
39
Rank
#599 / 873 | Jeffrey Gopen | $15.9M | $10.4M | 65.6% | 115022 | ||||
| The Bridge at Lawrenceville |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Lawrenceville | 85
Facility
85
GA AVG
88
Rank
#317 / 672 | 100.0% | +28% | 3.75 | -16% | +5% | $167.3k | 15 | 5.0 | 3 | 99 | - |
16
Facility
16
GA AVG
39
Rank
#676 / 873 | Travis Harper | $18.0M | $8.7M | 48.3% | 115659 |
Marsh’s Edge has a walk score of 67. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Marsh’s Edge's occupancy is 28%.
Mr. CHRIS MURRAY is the administrator of Marsh’s Edge.
Marsh’s Edge has 32 beds.
Yes — there are 26 photos of Marsh’s Edge in the photo gallery on this page.
Marsh’s Edge is located at 111 RENEGAR WAY.
(912) 291-2000 will put you in contact with the team at Marsh’s Edge.
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