FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER
Over 2 years since last inspection. Current conditions may differ from available data.
Four Oaks Health Care Center in Jonesborough, Tennessee has a Trust Grade of C, which means it is average and in the middle of the pack among nursing homes. It ranks #187 out of 298 facilities in Tennessee, placing it in the bottom half, and #6 out of 8 in Washington County, indicating that there are only two local options that are better. The facility is showing an improving trend, having reduced issues from 7 in 2023 to just 1 in 2025. However, staffing is a concern with a low rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a high turnover rate of 74%, significantly above the state average of 48%. On a positive note, the facility has not incurred any fines, which is a good sign, but it does have less RN coverage than 89% of facilities in Tennessee. Some specific incidents found by inspectors include a nurse dropping medication on a computer and then administering it to a resident, and failing to notify a family about a room change and a canceled appointment for another resident. Additionally, the facility did not adequately supervise a resident at risk for elopement, which could lead to safety concerns. Overall, while there are areas of concern, the lack of fines and the trend toward improvement are encouraging for families considering this facility.
- Trust Score
- C
- In Tennessee
- #187/298
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Better
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 74% turnover. Very high, 26 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 19 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Tennessee. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 9 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
Below Tennessee average (2.8)
Below average - review inspection findings carefully
27pts above Tennessee avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
26 points above Tennessee average of 48%
The Ugly 9 deficiencies on record
Mar 2025
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
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility investigation documentation review, and interview, the facility...
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Sept 2023
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
Deficiency F0559
(Tag F0559)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility documentation, and interview the facility failed to promptly no...
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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
Free from Abuse/Neglect
(Tag F0600)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, facility investigation, and interview the facility failed to prevent abu...
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Feb 2023
5 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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Resident #30 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] and readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Unspecified Dementia, Gene...
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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 medical record review and interview, the facility failed to develop a baseline care plan to address the care and treatm...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0657
(Tag F0657)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview the facility failed to revise a care plan to include changes in the plan of care fo...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Accident Prevention
(Tag F0689)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on facility policy review, medical record review, observation, and interview, the facility failed to implement a fall inte...
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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** Resident #28 was admitted to the facility on [DATE], with diagnoses including Unspecified Dementia, Unspecified Intellectual Dis...
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Oct 2018
1 deficiency
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
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on medical record review and interview the facility failed to maintain the hospice care plan on the medical record for 1 r...
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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
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Tennessee facilities.
- • Grade C (50/100). Below average facility with significant concerns.
- • 74% turnover. Very high, 26 points above average. Constant new faces learning your loved one's needs.
About This Facility
What is Four Oaks Health's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is considered below average nationally. Within Tennessee, 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 Four Oaks Health Staffed?
CMS rates FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER's staffing level at 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 74%, which is 27 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs. RN turnover specifically is 83%, which is notably high. RNs provide skilled clinical oversight, so turnover in this role can affect medical care quality.
What Have Inspectors Found at Four Oaks Health?
State health inspectors documented 9 deficiencies at FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER during 2018 to 2025. These included: 9 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Four Oaks Health?
FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE 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 AHAVA HEALTHCARE, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 84 certified beds and approximately 66 residents (about 79% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in JONESBOROUGH, Tennessee.
How Does Four Oaks Health Compare to Other Tennessee Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Tennessee, FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER's overall rating (2 stars) is below the state average of 2.8, staff turnover (74%) 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 Four Oaks Health?
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 Four Oaks Health Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE 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 Tennessee. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Four Oaks Health Stick Around?
Staff turnover at FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER is high. At 74%, the facility is 27 percentage points above the Tennessee average of 46%. Registered Nurse turnover is particularly concerning at 83%. 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 Four Oaks Health Ever Fined?
FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE 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 Four Oaks Health on Any Federal Watch List?
FOUR OAKS HEALTH CARE 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.