BEADLES NURSING HOME
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Beadles Nursing Home in Alva, Oklahoma, has received a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is an excellent facility that is highly recommended. It ranks #3 out of 282 nursing homes in Oklahoma, placing it in the top tier of facilities statewide, and is #2 out of 2 in Woods County, suggesting only one other local option is better. The facility is showing an improving trend, having reduced its issues from two in 2023 to none in 2024. Staffing is generally strong with a 4 out of 5 star rating and a turnover rate of 29%, which is significantly lower than the state average, although the RN coverage is concerning as it is less than 82% of other facilities. Notably, there have been two recent incidents where the facility failed to recognize a resident's significant decline in their care needs and served food that was not palatable, indicating areas that need attention despite its overall positive ratings and absence of fines.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Oklahoma
- #3/282
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ✓ Good
- 29% annual turnover. Excellent stability, 19 points below Oklahoma's 48% average. Staff who stay learn residents' needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Oklahoma facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 17 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Oklahoma. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ✓ Good
- Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Low Staff Turnover (29%) · Staff stability means consistent care
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
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Staff turnover is low (29%)
19 points below Oklahoma average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, staff retention, fire safety.
The Bad
No Significant Concerns Identified
This facility shows no red flags. Among Oklahoma's 100 nursing homes, only 1% achieve this.
The Ugly 2 deficiencies on record
Jun 2023
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0637
(Tag F0637)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to identify a significant change for one (#42) of thirteen sampled residents assessments reviewed.
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0804
(Tag F0804)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure palatable food was served for one (#17) of six sampled residents reviewed for food services.
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade A (93/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Oklahoma.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Oklahoma facilities.
- • Only 2 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Beadles's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns BEADLES NURSING HOME an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Oklahoma, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Beadles Staffed?
CMS rates BEADLES NURSING HOME's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 29%, compared to the Oklahoma average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Beadles?
State health inspectors documented 2 deficiencies at BEADLES NURSING HOME during 2023. These included: 2 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Beadles?
BEADLES NURSING HOME is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 74 certified beds and approximately 49 residents (about 66% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in ALVA, Oklahoma.
How Does Beadles Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, BEADLES NURSING HOME's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.7, staff turnover (29%) is significantly lower than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Beadles?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?"
Is Beadles Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, BEADLES NURSING HOME has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Beadles Stick Around?
Staff at BEADLES NURSING HOME tend to stick around. With a turnover rate of 29%, the facility is 17 percentage points below the Oklahoma average of 46%. Low turnover is a positive sign. It means caregivers have time to learn each resident's needs, medications, and personal preferences. Consistent staff also notice subtle changes in a resident's condition more quickly.
Was Beadles Ever Fined?
BEADLES NURSING HOME has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Beadles on Any Federal Watch List?
BEADLES NURSING HOME is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.