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Southern Oaks Care Center

1401 4TH Street, Pawnee, OK 74058 · Pawnee County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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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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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Pawnee

Southern Oaks Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pawnee, OK, with 82 certified beds and an average of about 50 residents per day. It operates as part of the Phoenix Healthcare 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, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.44 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $3,174 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.58 hrs/resident/day)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 82
Avg. residents/day: 50
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Phoenix Healthcare
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 375378

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	$6,220–$8,490/mo (median $7,140)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tulsa 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: 3.58; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.44; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 57.1%; 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 ($3,174)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2026-03-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

2026-03-20Severity D — 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

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2026-03-20Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-03-20Severity 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.

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
2023-07-17	Fine	$3,174

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

1401 4TH Street, Pawnee, OK

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Southern Oaks Care Center

How much does Southern Oaks Care Center cost?

Southern Oaks Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pawnee, OK area typically runs $6,220–$8,490 per month (median $7,140, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Southern Oaks Care Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Southern Oaks Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.58 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Southern Oaks Care Center?

Southern Oaks Care Center has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Southern Oaks Care 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 Southern Oaks Care Center offer?

Southern Oaks Care Center in Pawnee, OK offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 82 beds.

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