Virginia average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Jul 2024

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Old Southwest is the premier skilled nursing facility in Roanoke, offering its residents a sense of belonging. With an emphasis on skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care nursing service, the staff excels in practicing a personal approach to the meaningful service they are guaranteed to deliver to the seniors. The upscale skilled nursing home built its trusted reputation on excellent customer service and exceptional care that has earned the respect of being a reliable senior living community that one’s individual needs.
The short and long-term care nursing home strives to improve the lifestyle of its elderly through community, connection, and care. They offer a personalized care program to meet each individual’s unique needs. Amenities and services include an exceptional dining experience, innovative programs, and educational activities that all aim to ensure a wonderful experience during your golden years and provide additional support.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Virginia, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Health (for nursing homes) perform the inspections required to maintain state and federal licensing.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 108 | 32 | This facility has 238% more total deficiencies than a typical Virginia nursing home (108 vs. VA avg 32).↑ 238% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
| 21.6 | 6.4 | This facility has 238% more deficiencies per year than a typical Virginia nursing home (21.6 vs. VA avg 6.4).↑ 238% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 13.5 | 2.3 | This facility has 487% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Virginia nursing home (13.5 vs. VA avg 2.3).↑ 487% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | VA Average | vs. VA Avg |
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Total inspections
| 8 | 14 | This facility has 43% fewer total inspections than a typical Virginia nursing home (8 vs. VA avg 14).↓ 43% better |
The most recent inspection on July 16, 2024, identified multiple deficiencies related to resident care, medication administration, infection control, documentation, and the facility’s Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program. Earlier inspections showed a consistent pattern of issues including incomplete care plans, medication errors, inadequate bathing and grooming, and failure to provide timely laboratory services. Complaint investigations substantiated concerns about neglect, inadequate supervision resulting in heat stroke, and failures in medication monitoring and resident fund availability. Enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. The facility’s deficiencies have persisted over time without clear improvement, particularly in medication management, resident care, and quality assurance processes.
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Show Inspection ReportsVirginia average 4.2
Last Health inspection on Jul 2024
Virginia average 38.4
Virginia average 8.93
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
79 of 131 citations resulted from standard inspections; 47 of 131 resulted from complaint investigations; and 5 of 131 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Virginia average: 0.4
Virginia average: 1
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
No contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
This role is partially covered by contractors.
Total hours from contractors
1,302 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 39 | 3 | 42 | 13,583 | 92 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 22 | 29 | 51 | 6,070 | 92 | 100% | 9.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,819 | 90 | 98% | 7.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,137 | 91 | 99% | 8.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 588 | 70 | 76% | 7.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 559 | 66 | 72% | 8.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 559 | 66 | 72% | 8.5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 485 | 66 | 72% | 7.3 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 438 | 60 | 65% | 7.3 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 433 | 57 | 62% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 433 | 58 | 63% | 5.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 384 | 58 | 63% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 372 | 64 | 70% | 5.8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 238 | 34 | 37% | 7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 9 | 10% | 1.6 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024
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.
3 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.
14% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
22% of new residents, often for short stays.
64% 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 Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
0.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Roanoke's city center to Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.4 miles to nearest hospital (Pediatric Clinic)
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Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing is located in Roanoke, Virginia.
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Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing is in the Old Southwest neighborhood of Roanoke.
Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing has a walk score of 57. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Yes — there are 2 photos of Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing in the photo gallery on this page.
(540) 345-8139 will put you in contact with the team at Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing.
Yes — Old Southwest Rehabilitation and Nursing is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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