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HomeGeorgiaOaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the

Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the

490 Kathwood Dr, Athens, GA 306077063557400WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.2on Google(195 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
2/5
Beds
148
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $15,646

How Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the Compares in Georgia

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Georgia. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
1/5
GA average
2.7/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
GA average
2.9/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
2/5
GA average
2.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.67 hrs/day
GA average
3.57 hrs/day
Close to state average
RN hours per resident
0.56 hrs/day
GA average
0.50 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
41.9%
GA average
46.0%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the Georgia average of 2.7/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the Georgia average of 2.9/5.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Jan 30, 2025
Most recent cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Feb 22, 2026
The most recent cycle recorded 3 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,604/mo
Georgia median
Private Room
$8,669/mo
Georgia median
Clarke County 65+
14,825
11.5% of county
County Population
128,864
Clarke County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Athens, Georgia with 148 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
148
Avg Residents/Day
130.6
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 1, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Clarke
Last Inspection
Feb 22, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
4
Weighted Score
90.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (14)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Feb 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Feb 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Feb 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Feb 22, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jan 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Jan 30, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0609Immediate Jeopardy

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Oct 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0656Immediate Jeopardy

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Oct 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0760Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Oct 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0835Immediate Jeopardy

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Survey: Oct 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0888Potential for Harm

Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19

Survey: Jun 10, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$15,646
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineOct 9, 2024
$15,646

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.04 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.07 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.56 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.67 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.13 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
41.9%
RN Turnover
60.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
HAY, WINONAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/ANov 5, 2018
PRUITT, NEILCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 24, 2007
PRUITT, NEILCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 24, 2007
PRUITTHEALTH INCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ASep 24, 2004
PRUITT, NEILOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 24, 2007

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the and nearby alternatives.

All Georgia facilities
Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the
Athens, GACurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $15,646
Pruitthealth - Grandview
Athens, GA4,752 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Pruitthealth - Athens Heritage
Athens, GA1.4 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $16,801
Presbyterian Village - Athens
Athens, GA2.9 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $18,545
University Nursing & Rehab Ctr
Athens, GA3.4 mi
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation
Bishop, GA11.2 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Quiet Oaks Health Care Center
Crawford, GA13.4 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the
Athens, GA · Current facility
—1/51/52/5$15,646
Pruitthealth - Grandview
Athens, GA
4,752 ft5/55/52/5None recorded
Pruitthealth - Athens Heritage
Athens, GA
1.4 mi4/53/52/5$16,801
Presbyterian Village - Athens
Athens, GA
2.9 mi2/52/54/5$18,545
University Nursing & Rehab Ctr
Athens, GA
3.4 mi1/52/51/5None recorded
High Shoals Health and Rehabilitation
Bishop, GA
11.2 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
Quiet Oaks Health Care Center
Crawford, GA
13.4 mi3/54/51/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the?▾
Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 2/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Georgia is $7,604/month for a semi-private room and $8,669/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the had any health inspection violations?▾
Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the had 4 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Feb 22, 2026). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $15,646.
What are the staffing levels at Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the?▾
Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the provides 3.67 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.56 RN hours, 1.07 LPN hours, and 2.04 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 41.9%.
How many beds does Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the have?▾
Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the has 148 certified beds with an average of 130.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 88% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Pruitthealth chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Georgia, including 4 in Athens. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the?▾
On Google Maps, Oaks - Athens Skilled Nursing, the has a rating of 3.2 out of 5 based on 195 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.

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