nursing home in Pawnee, OK

Southern Oaks Care Center

1401 4th Street, Pawnee, OK 74058 · (918) 762-2515

★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★3

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Southern Oaks Care Center at a glance

Southern Oaks Care Center is a 82-bed for-profit nursing home in Pawnee, Oklahoma (Pawnee County).

CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Oklahoma average of 2.7.

Residents receive about 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 20, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Oklahoma average is 6.4.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 53.3% per year (state average 55.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
82
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Phoenix Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
March 1, 2000
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Pawnee County
CMS Certification Number
375378

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.7 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.6 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.8 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 53 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)3 / 52.5 / 53.3 / 5Average

Staffing

This facility3.44 hrsOklahoma average3.79 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Oklahoma and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.44 hrs3.79 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.35 hrs0.34 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.19 hrs2.54 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.39 hrs3.44 hrs3.42 hrsAverage
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)53.3%55.5%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)16.7%53.6%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)311Worse

Inspections

This facility8Oklahoma average6U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Oklahoma and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)869Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)123Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)2967.580.6Better

Penalties

This facility0Oklahoma average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Oklahoma and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$18,268$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds8297107
Average residents per day546186
Occupancy65.7%64%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility7.1%Oklahoma average4.7%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Oklahoma and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)7.1%4.7%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.6%4.7%4.6%Average
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.5%17.5%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.3%2.8%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%1.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)18.9%13.6%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)18.9%13.7%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.5%3.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)3.2%3.4%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)8.3%25.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)27.3%17.1%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)92.1%94.6%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)67.6%91%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility2.2%Oklahoma average1.8%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Oklahoma and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityOklahoma avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)2.2%1.8%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)52.5%74.1%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)56.3%75.8%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
March 20, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
March 20, 2026
Standard
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2026
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2024
September 12, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected October 15, 2024
September 12, 2024
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 15, 2024
September 12, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 15, 2024
August 6, 2024
Complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2024
August 6, 2024
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 18, 2024
July 18, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 16, 2023
July 18, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 14, 2023
July 18, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 16, 2023

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
CAIN, LARRY
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest—09/29/2004
PHOENIX HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest—09/29/2004
BAMBOKILE, ANDERSON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/04/2025
FLOYD, SHANNA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/14/2010
FORVIS MAZARS LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/31/2025
LADE, ARVID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/05/2025
MIDWEST LAND & INVESTMENT COMPANY
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2005
PHOENIX HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/26/2025
YOUNG, CATHY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/24/2009
CAIN, LARRY
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/19/2025
BAMBOKILE, ANDERSON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/16/2024
FLOYD, SHANNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/14/2010
FORVIS MAZARS LLP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/14/2004
LADE, ARVID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2022
PHOENIX HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/29/2004
PHOENIX REHAB LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/29/2004
THORNTON, CHRISTINA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2024
YOUNG, CATHY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/24/2009

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Frequently asked questions

What is Southern Oaks Care Center's rating?

Southern Oaks Care Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Oklahoma nursing homes is 2.7 stars.

How many inspection citations did Southern Oaks Care Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Oklahoma average of 6.4. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Southern Oaks Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Southern Oaks Care Center?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Phoenix Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Southern Oaks Care Center and how do I contact it?

Southern Oaks Care Center is at 1401 4th Street, Pawnee, OK 74058. Phone: (918) 762-2515.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.