MEEKER NURSING CENTER
Within standard 12-15 month inspection cycle. Federal law requires annual inspections.
Meeker Nursing Center has received a Trust Grade of F, indicating significant concerns about the facility's overall care quality. Ranked #173 out of 282 in Oklahoma, they fall in the bottom half of nursing homes in the state, but they are #2 of 4 in Lincoln County, meaning only one nearby facility ranks higher. While the facility is improving, having reduced issues from 6 in 2024 to 3 in 2025, there are still serious concerns, including a failure to assess a resident after a fall that resulted in a fracture. Staffing is a weakness, with only 1 out of 5 stars and a turnover rate of 62%, which is average for the state but suggests instability. Additionally, there are concerning incidents, such as the failure to monitor the dishwasher's sanitation and a lack of registered nurse coverage for extended periods, raising questions about the adequacy of care provided.
- Trust Score
- F
- In Oklahoma
- #173/282
- Safety Record
- Moderate
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 62% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- $12,735 in fines. Lower than most Oklahoma facilities. Relatively clean record.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 12 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Oklahoma. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ⚠ Watch
- 25 deficiencies on record. Higher than average. Multiple issues found across inspections.
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
Below Oklahoma average (2.6)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
16pts above Oklahoma avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Below median ($33,413)
Minor penalties assessed
14 points above Oklahoma average of 48%
The Ugly 25 deficiencies on record
Sept 2025
2 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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interviews, the facility failed to ensure supervision and evaluation during transfers for 1 (#17) of 3 sampled residents reviewed for the use of mechanical lif...
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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 F0727
(Tag F0727)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure RN coverage for 8 consecutive hours per day for 5 (April 2025 through July 2025) of 5 months of staff schedules reviewed for RN cove...
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Apr 2025
1 deficiency
1 Harm
SERIOUS
(G)
📢 Someone Reported This
A family member, employee, or ombudsman was alarmed enough to file a formal complaint
Actual Harm - a resident was hurt due to facility failures
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
A resident was harmed · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure a resident was assessed after an accident which resulted in a fracture for 1(#2) of 3 residents sampled for falls.
The administrator...
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Jul 2024
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Transfer Requirements
(Tag F0622)
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 discharged resident's clinical record contained a discharg...
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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 develop/implement the care plan related to nutrition/significant weight loss.
The Administrator reported 44 residents resided in the facili...
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CONCERN
(D)
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 observation, record review and interview the facility failed to administer medications as ordered by the physician for one (#36) of two resident's sampled for medication administration.
The A...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Medication Errors
(Tag F0758)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident with a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease was not g...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0761
(Tag F0761)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility:
a.
Failed to ensure the removal of expired medication/supplies were removed from the medication storage room.
b.
Failed to ensure a ...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0887
(Tag F0887)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to maintain documentation of Covid-19 vaccination status for staff.
The Administrator reported 44 residents resided in the facility.
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Dec 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
Pressure Ulcer Prevention
(Tag F0686)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to implement dietary recommendations to promote wound healing for one (#5) of three sampled residents reviewed for wounds.
The administrator i...
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Jun 2023
1 deficiency
CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure blood pressures were not obtained from a resident's arm, where a dialysis fistula was located, for one (#14) of two residents sample...
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Oct 2021
14 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete a level II PASARR (Preadmission Screening And Resident Review) for one (#13) of one sampled resident reviewed for the completion o...
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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
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide baths to a dependent resident for one (#136) of three sampled residents reviewed for bathing.
The Resident Census and Conditions R...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0563
(Tag F0563)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident's rights to allow/receive visitors of the resident's choice for two (#7 and #33) of two sampled residents rev...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Notification of Changes
(Tag F0580)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure the physician was notified of abnormal/elevated laboratory results for one (#8) of three sampled residents whose laboratory results ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0582
(Tag F0582)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide complete, informed advance notice of discharge from Medicare Part A skilled services for three (#10, 26, and #236) of three sampled...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0604
(Tag F0604)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure residents were free from physical restraints for one (#138) of two sampled residents who were reviewed for physical restraints.
The...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0661
(Tag F0661)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to complete discharge summaries for three (#35, 136, and #137) of three sampled residents reviewed for discharge summaries.
The Resident Censu...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to monitor/re-assess and notify the physician of changes in condition for two (#3 and #28) of 13 sampled residents reviewed for change in cond...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0698
(Tag F0698)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a resident receiving dialysis was assessed and dialysis care was communicated and collaborated between the facility and the dialysis...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0727
(Tag F0727)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure a registered nurse was designated to serve as the director of nursing on a full-time basis.
The Resident Census and Conditions Repo...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Drug Regimen Review
(Tag F0756)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to act upon a physician approved pharmacy recommendation for a laboratory test, for one (#21) of five sampled residents who were reviewed for ...
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CONCERN
(E)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected multiple residents
Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure laboratory tests were obtained as ordered for three (#5, 8, and #21) of three sampled residents whose records were reviewed for labo...
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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
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to follow their COVID-19 policy regarding the use of PPE during an outbreak of COVID-19 and failed to screen visitors for COVID-...
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CONCERN
(F)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected most or all residents
Based on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to monitor the dish washing machine to ensure proper sanitation was being conducted.
The DON identified 37 residents who receiv...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "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.
- • 25 deficiencies on record, including 1 serious (caused harm) violation. Ask about corrective actions taken.
- • $12,735 in fines. Above average for Oklahoma. Some compliance problems on record.
- • Grade F (38/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
- • 62% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Meeker Nursing Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns MEEKER NURSING CENTER an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within Oklahoma, this rating places the facility higher than 0% of the state's 100 nursing homes. A rating at this level reflects concerns identified through health inspections, staffing assessments, or quality measures that families should carefully consider.
How is Meeker Nursing Center Staffed?
CMS rates MEEKER NURSING CENTER's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 62%, which is 16 percentage points above the Oklahoma average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 80%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Meeker Nursing Center?
State health inspectors documented 25 deficiencies at MEEKER NURSING CENTER during 2021 to 2025. These included: 1 that caused actual resident harm and 24 with potential for harm. Deficiencies causing actual harm indicate documented cases where residents experienced negative health consequences.
Who Owns and Operates Meeker Nursing Center?
MEEKER NURSING CENTER 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 70 certified beds and approximately 45 residents (about 64% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in MEEKER, Oklahoma.
How Does Meeker Nursing Center Compare to Other Oklahoma Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Oklahoma, MEEKER NURSING CENTER's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 2.6, staff turnover (62%) 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 Meeker Nursing Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can you walk me through typical staffing levels on day, evening, and night shifts?" "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 high staff turnover rate and the below-average staffing rating.
Is Meeker Nursing Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, MEEKER 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 2-star overall rating and ranks #100 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 Meeker Nursing Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at MEEKER NURSING CENTER is high. At 62%, the facility is 16 percentage points above the Oklahoma average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 80%. RNs handle complex medical decisions and coordinate care — frequent RN changes can directly impact care quality. 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 Meeker Nursing Center Ever Fined?
MEEKER NURSING CENTER has been fined $12,735 across 1 penalty action. This is below the Oklahoma average of $33,206. 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 Meeker Nursing Center on Any Federal Watch List?
MEEKER 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.