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Pu'uwai 'o Makaha

84-390 Jade Street, Waianae, HI 96792 · Honolulu County

Puʻuwai ʻO Makaha provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, long-term care, and specialized healthcare services in a compassionate, family-oriented setting on Oʻahu’s Waiʻanae Coast. Our interdisciplinary team delivers personalized care focused on recovery, wellness, dignity, and quality of life for kūpuna and residen…

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 67% 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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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Waianae

Pu'uwai 'o Makaha is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Waianae, HI, with 93 certified beds and an average of about 62 residents per day. It operates as part of the Ohana Pacific Management Co. network.

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

Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.13 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $65,455 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.06 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•$65,455 in federal fines

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Waianae for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 93
Avg. residents/day: 62
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Ohana Pacific Management Co.
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 125046

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	$14,470–$18,160/mo (median $15,870)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Urban Honolulu 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: 4.06; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.13; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 27.1%; 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): 8
Federal fines: 1 ($65,455)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-07-25
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-07-25Severity D — 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.

2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2025-07-25Severity 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…

2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-07-25Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

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
2023-07-28	Fine	$65,455
2023-07-28	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

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

Location

84-390 Jade Street, Waianae, HI

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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Common questions about Pu'uwai 'o Makaha

How much does Pu'uwai 'o Makaha cost?

Pu'uwai 'o Makaha does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Waianae, HI area typically runs $14,470–$18,160 per month (median $15,870, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Pu'uwai 'o Makaha's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Pu'uwai 'o Makaha 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Pu'uwai 'o Makaha?

Staff provide about 4.06 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 27.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Pu'uwai 'o Makaha?

Pu'uwai 'o Makaha has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Pu'uwai 'o Makaha have availability?

Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Pu'uwai 'o Makaha offer?

Pu'uwai 'o Makaha in Waianae, HI offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 93 beds.

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