THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
The Timbers Skilled Nursing and Therapy in Edmond, Oklahoma, has a Trust Grade of C, indicating it is average and in the middle of the pack among nursing homes. It ranks #136 out of 282 facilities in Oklahoma, placing it in the top half, and #14 out of 39 in Oklahoma County, meaning there is only one local option that ranks higher. The facility is improving, with the number of issues decreasing from five in 2023 to two in 2024. Staffing is average with a rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 58%, which is similar to the state average. However, there is a concerning history of incidents, including a critical failure to prevent a resident from leaving the facility unsupervised, which could have led to serious harm, and issues with hand hygiene practices among staff, increasing the risk of infection. Overall, while there are improvements in some areas, families should weigh the strengths against the weaknesses when considering this facility for their loved ones.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Oklahoma
- #136/282
- Safety Record
- High Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 58% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $8,021 in fines. Lower than most Oklahoma facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 20 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Oklahoma. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 10 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in fire safety.
The Bad
Near Oklahoma average (2.6)
Meets federal standards, typical of most facilities
12pts above Oklahoma avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
10 points above Oklahoma average of 48%
The Ugly 10 deficiencies on record
Nov 2024
1 deficiency
1 IJ
CRITICAL
(J)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) - the most serious Medicare violation
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Someone could have died · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** A past noncompliance Immediate Jeopardy (IJ) situation was determined to exist effective 10/24/24 related to the facility's fail...
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Jun 2024
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure staffing information was posted with the required components and was accessible to all residents.
The Administrator identified 118 re...
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Sept 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to:
(1) sanitize their hands when moving between residents for four (#8, 9, 10, and #11) of six residents observed during the collection of blo...
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Aug 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to clarify a new medication order to facilitate a resident receiving an increased dosage of medication to treat opioid dependence as ordered f...
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May 2023
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff administered peg tube medications appropriately to prevent the peg tube from clogging for one (#104) of one samp...
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CONCERN
(E)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
2. Resident #75 had diagnoses which included dementia.
An admission Resident Assessment, dated 03/09/23, documented the resident's cognition was severely impaired and they required extensive assistan...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure staff:
A. performed proper hand hygiene, and
B...
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Feb 2020
3 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure five (#315, 316, 413, 416 and...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Grievances
(Tag F0585)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, it was determined the facility failed to ensure grievances were investigated and/or resolved in a timely manner for five of six grievances reviewed from 11/01/19 ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review and interview, it was determined the facility failed to provide timely assistance with bathing for dependent residents for one (#11) of two sampled residents who we...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "What changes have you made since the serious inspection findings?"
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Licensed and certified facility. Meets minimum state requirements.
- • Multiple safety concerns identified: 1 life-threatening violation(s). Review inspection reports carefully.
- • 10 deficiencies on record, including 1 critical (life-threatening) violation. These warrant careful review before choosing this facility.
- • Grade C (51/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
- • 58% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered average nationally. Within Oklahoma, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This mid-range rating indicates the facility meets federal standards but may have areas for improvement.
How is The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy Staffed?
CMS rates THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 58%, which is 12 percentage points above the Oklahoma average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy?
State health inspectors documented 10 deficiencies at THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY during 2020 to 2024. These included: 1 Immediate Jeopardy (the most serious level, indicating potential for serious harm or death) and 9 with potential for harm. Immediate Jeopardy findings are rare and represent the most serious regulatory concerns. They require immediate corrective action.
Who Owns and Operates The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy?
THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by BRIDGES HEALTH, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 129 certified beds and approximately 114 residents (about 88% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in EDMOND, Oklahoma.
How Does The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY's overall rating (3 stars) is above the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (58%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (3 stars) is at the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "What changes have been made since the serious inspection findings, and how are you preventing similar issues?" "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "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?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's Immediate Jeopardy citations and the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY has documented safety concerns. Inspectors have issued 1 Immediate Jeopardy citation (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death). The facility has a 3-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma. Families considering this facility should ask detailed questions about what corrective actions have been taken since these incidents.
Do Nurses at The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy Stick Around?
Staff turnover at THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY is high. At 58%, the facility is 12 percentage points above the Oklahoma average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy Ever Fined?
THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY has been fined $8,021 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Oklahoma average of $33,159. While any fine indicates a compliance issue, fines under $50,000 are relatively common and typically reflect isolated problems that were subsequently corrected. Families should ask what specific issues led to these fines and confirm they've been resolved.
Is The Timbers Skilled Nursing And Therapy on Any Federal Watch List?
THE TIMBERS SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY 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.