CIMARRON NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Cimarron Nursing Center in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, has earned a Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended and provides excellent care. It ranks #6 out of 282 facilities in Oklahoma, placing it in the top tier, and is the best option among the three nursing homes in Kingfisher County. The facility is improving, with reported issues decreasing from four in 2022 to two in 2025. Staffing is a strong point, as it has a perfect 5-star rating and a turnover rate of 38%, which is significantly lower than the state average. Although there have been no fines reported, the inspector found concerning incidents, such as failing to update care plans for residents with complex medical needs and not administering insulin as prescribed, which could pose risks to those residents. Overall, while the center has notable strengths, families should be aware of these specific deficiencies.
- Trust Score
- A
- In Oklahoma
- #6/282
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- 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 34 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — about average for Oklahoma. RNs are the most trained staff who monitor for health changes.
- Violations ○ Average
- 6 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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5-Star Staffing Rating · Excellent nurse staffing levels
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4-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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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, quality measures, 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 6 deficiencies on record
Feb 2025
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to update and/or revise a care plan for two (#2 and #49) of fourteen sampled residents reviewed for care plans.
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Pharmacy Services
(Tag F0755)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to administer insulin per physician orders for two (#5 and #47) of six sampled residents whose medications were reviewed.
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Dec 2022
4 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0578
(Tag F0578)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident's Advance Directive was part of clinical record for one (#1) of one sampled resident reviewed for Advance Directives.
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Incontinence Care
(Tag F0690)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview the facility failed to ensure the correct urinary catheter was utilized as ordered to prevent leakage for one (#7) of two sampled residents reviewed ...
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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
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to provide dependent residents baths as scheduled for three (#1, 14 and #22) of three sampled residents reviewed for bathing.
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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
Deficiency F0809
(Tag F0809)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
On 12/01/22 at 3:11 p.m., CNA #1 was asked what time they passed out snacks on hall 300. They stated,10 a.m. to 11 a.m. and then after supper. When asked who passed out snacks today, CNA #1 stated, CN...
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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 (90/100). 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.
- • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
About This Facility
What is Cimarron Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns CIMARRON 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 Cimarron Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates CIMARRON 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 Cimarron Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 6 deficiencies at CIMARRON NURSING CENTER during 2022 to 2025. These included: 6 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Cimarron Nursing Center?
CIMARRON 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 BGM ESTATE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 92 certified beds and approximately 52 residents (about 57% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in KINGFISHER, Oklahoma.
How Does Cimarron Nursing Center Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, CIMARRON 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 Cimarron 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 Cimarron Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, CIMARRON 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 Cimarron Nursing Center Stick Around?
CIMARRON 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 Cimarron Nursing Center Ever Fined?
CIMARRON 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 Cimarron Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
CIMARRON 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.