Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on May 2025

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Deficiencies
| This Facility | LA Average | vs. LA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 15 | 32 | This facility has 53% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Louisiana nursing home (15 vs. LA avg 32).↓ 53% better |
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Deficiencies per year
| 5 | 10.7 | This facility has 53% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Louisiana nursing home (5 vs. LA avg 10.7).↓ 53% better |
The most recent inspection on May 21, 2025, identified deficiencies related to care plan implementation, medication administration, and infection control. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues with following care plans, medication errors, and failure to protect residents from abuse, including substantiated complaints of verbal and sexual abuse with immediate jeopardy declared and later removed. Inspectors cited failures in protecting residents from harm, timely reporting of abuse, and adherence to physician orders. Enforcement actions included staff terminations and in-service trainings, but fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring challenges with care and safety protocols, with no clear trend of improvement or worsening over time.
Louisiana average 6.5
Last Health inspection on May 2025
Louisiana average 25.7
Louisiana average 3.95
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
5 of 13 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 13 resulted from complaint investigations.
Louisiana average: 1.1
Louisiana average: 0.5
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
2,028 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 33 | 0 | 33 | 11,499 | 92 | 100% | 7.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 4,736 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,355 | 64 | 70% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 5 | 5 | 809 | 77 | 84% | 6.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 713 | 79 | 86% | 8.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 62 | 67% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 462 | 61 | 66% | 7.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 436 | 63 | 68% | 5.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 328 | 41 | 45% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 291 | 44 | 48% | 6.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 204 | 33 | 36% | 6.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 200 | 42 | 46% | 4.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 3 | 0 | 3 | 138 | 20 | 22% | 6.9 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 88 | 32 | 35% | 2.5 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024-2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
44% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
12% of new residents, often for short stays.
44% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
3.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Shreveport's city center to Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is located in Shreveport, Louisiana.
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The information below is reported by the Louisiana Department of Health, Health Standards Section.
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| The Oaks of Louisiana |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Shreveport | 140 | 63.9% | -11% | 3.98 | +56% | -4% | $0 | 18 | 4.5 | - | 110 | - | 35 | Lena Heritage LLC | $8.0M | $5.5M | 68.9% | 195447 | ||||
| Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Shreveport (Caddo Parish) | 61 | - | - | 4.65 | -23% | +12% | $175.1k | 13 | 2.6 | 4 | 55 | - | 32 | Clifton Hatcher | $6.5M | $3.2M | 49% | 195558 | ||||
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Shreveport (Caddo Parish) | 180 | 67.4% | -6% | 3.86 | -77% | -7% | $431.5k | 57 | 3.8 | 11 | 119 | A+ | 68 | Edward Forrest | $19.1M | $6.4M | 33.6% | 195312 |
Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is in the Caddo Parish neighborhood of Shreveport.
The legal owner and operator of Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Llc.
Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has a walk score of 32. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is registered as a for-profit in LA.
Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center received a 1-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
Southern Oaks Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has 61 beds.
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