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Northwest Nursing Center

2801 Northwest 61St Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73112 · Oklahoma County

Northwest Nursing Center is nestled in a cozy corner space surrounded by charming residential homes and an elementary school. Just a few blocks down the road lies the Belle Isle Library and Penn Square Mall, and other destinations such as the Science Museum, OKC Zoo, Hefner Lake, and Myriad Botanical Gardens are less …

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 61% full — availability is generally good.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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Northwest Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Oklahoma City, OK, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 61 residents per day. It operates as part of the Southwest Ltc network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.20 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 20 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,062 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.57 hrs/resident/day)
•20 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Oklahoma City options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 100
Avg. residents/day: 61
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Southwest Ltc
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 375520

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

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$6,310–$8,610/mo (median $7,240)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Oklahoma City prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.57; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.20; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 56.6%; 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): 20
Federal fines: 1 ($10,062)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-07-23
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (33 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-23Severity G — actual harmFrom 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.

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2025-07-23Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

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
2023-09-13	Fine	$10,062

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library

Location

2801 Northwest 61St Street, Oklahoma City, OK

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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Google

3.9

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Common questions about Northwest Nursing Center

How much does Northwest Nursing Center cost?

Northwest Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Oklahoma City, OK area typically runs $6,310–$8,610 per month (median $7,240, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Northwest Nursing Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Northwest Nursing Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Northwest Nursing Center?

Staff provide about 3.57 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 56.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Northwest Nursing Center?

Northwest Nursing Center has 33 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Northwest Nursing Center have availability?

Typically 61% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Northwest Nursing Center offer?

Northwest Nursing Center in Oklahoma City, OK offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.

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