GROVE NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Grove Nursing Center has a Trust Grade of B+, indicating it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #12 out of 282 facilities in Oklahoma, placing it well within the top half, and holds the top spot among five local options in Delaware County. The facility’s trend is stable, with the same number of issues reported in both 2023 and 2024. Staffing is a clear strength, rated 5 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 38%, which is significantly lower than the state average of 55%. On the downside, there are some concerns highlighted by inspectors, such as the failure to provide written notices of transfer or discharge to residents prior to their departure and inadequate supervision to prevent falls for certain residents. Additionally, the facility did not ensure residents were informed about the risks of using bed rails before they were applied. However, there have been no fines reported, and the RN coverage is better than 88% of state facilities, which is a positive sign for resident care.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Oklahoma
- #12/282
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Holding Steady
- Staff Stability ○ Average
- 38% turnover. Near Oklahoma's 48% average. Typical for the industry.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Oklahoma facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ○ Average
- Each resident gets 38 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Oklahoma. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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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 below average (38%)
10 points below Oklahoma average of 48%
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, fire safety.
The Bad
Near Oklahoma avg (46%)
Typical for the industry
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
The Ugly 16 deficiencies on record
Jul 2024
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Comprehensive Care Plan
(Tag F0656)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to implement a comprehensive care plan for one (#53) of five sampled residents reviewed for unnecessary medications.
The [NAME] reported the c...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0757
(Tag F0757)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident being administered Furosemide (a diuretic medicat...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Infection Control
(Tag F0880)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure a CNA (certified nurse aide) changed gloves and cleaned their hand between dirty and clean surfaces for one (#19) of on...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Notice
(Tag F0623)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed provide residents or their representatives a written notice of transfer or discharge prior to residents departing the facility for two (#28 an...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0700
(Tag F0700)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure:
a. alternatives to the use of bed rails were attempted prior to the use of bed rails;
b. bed rails were inspected fo...
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Jun 2023
5 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure baseline care plans were completed within 48 hours for one (...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to provide baths/showers as scheduled for one (#47) of t...
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CONCERN
(D)
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 administer medications per physician order for one (#25) of five residents sampled for medication administration.
The Residen...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident received adequate supervision and assistance to prevent falls for one (#3) of three residents sampled for f...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Unnecessary Medications
(Tag F0759)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure the medication error rate was less than 5% for one (#25) of five residents observed during medication pass. A total of...
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Jan 2020
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0625
(Tag F0625)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide a resident's responsible party a bed hold...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
ADL Care
(Tag F0677)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide the necessary care and serv...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0565
(Tag F0565)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to provide a response with rationale to grievances from the resident council. This had the potential to affect all 69 reside...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0655
(Tag F0655)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to complete baseline care plans for three (#2, #20, ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** 2. Resident #47 stated on 01/28/20 at 11:42 a.m., stated she had not been invited to care plan meetings.
There was no documenta...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, it was determined the facility failed to ensure residents were free from unnecessary psych...
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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 B+ (85/100). 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.
- • 38% turnover. Below Oklahoma's 48% average. Good staff retention means consistent care.
- • 16 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
About This Facility
What is Grove Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns GROVE NURSING CENTER 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 Grove Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates GROVE NURSING CENTER's staffing level at 5 out of 5 stars, which is much above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 38%, compared to the Oklahoma average of 46%. This relatively stable workforce can support continuity of care.
What Have Inspectors Found at Grove Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 16 deficiencies at GROVE NURSING CENTER during 2020 to 2024. These included: 16 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Grove Nursing Center?
GROVE NURSING CENTER 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 PHOENIX HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 133 certified beds and approximately 49 residents (about 37% occupancy), it is a mid-sized facility located in GROVE, Oklahoma.
How Does Grove Nursing Center Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, GROVE NURSING CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 2.7, staff turnover (38%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Grove Nursing Center?
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 Grove Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, GROVE NURSING CENTER 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 Grove Nursing Center Stick Around?
GROVE NURSING CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 38%, which is about average for Oklahoma nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.
Was Grove Nursing Center Ever Fined?
GROVE NURSING CENTER 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 Grove Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
GROVE NURSING CENTER 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.