Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (72% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Owned by Michael Schanke, Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center is a skilled nursing home in Menasha, Wisconsin. The 106-bed facility serves both residents recovering after a hospital stay and those needing longer-term nursing care. With an occupancy rate of 62%, residents stay an average of 57 days, including post-acute residents recovering from surgery or illness and others who remain for ongoing care needs.
Rehabilitation services are a major focus of the center. Short-term rehabilitation helps families transition loved ones back home as recovery progresses. For residents needing extended support, long-term nursing care is available. The facility has a specialized memory care program for residents living with cognitive changes or dementia.
Daily nurse staffing averages 5 hours and 31 minutes per resident. Registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical nurses make up the nursing team. Together, they provide layered clinical support around the clock.
Menasha has a Walk Score of 82, so the surrounding area is highly walkable. Most everyday errands are within walking distance, and there are many services nearby. The accessibility can benefit residents who enjoy staying active and family members visiting the community.
Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, so families have multiple options when arranging coverage for either short-term rehabilitation or longer-term nursing care.
Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc is legally operated by Morgan Rutta.
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Last Health inspection on May 2025
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Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
19 of 23 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 4 of 23 resulted from complaint investigations.
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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
11,489 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 52 | 12 | 64 | 18,540 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 13 | 23 | 8,367 | 92 | 100% | 9.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 7 | 2 | 9 | 3,704 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,570 | 92 | 100% | 6.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,034 | 70 | 76% | 5.5 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 944 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 897 | 62 | 67% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 7 | 7 | 541 | 76 | 83% | 5.4 |
| Other Social Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 66% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 456 | 57 | 62% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 380 | 69 | 75% | 4.9 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 341 | 77 | 84% | 3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 4 | 4 | 310 | 57 | 62% | 5.2 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 3% | 2.3 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
23% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
72% of new residents, often for short stays.
5% 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 Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Most new residents arrive under private pay (72% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 1 - 2 months.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Menasha's city center to Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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The information below is reported by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, Division of Quality Assurance.
| Cedar Crest Health Center | NH AL IL MC SNF | Janesville | - | 71 | - | 0 | - |
| Columbia Health Care Center | NH | Wyocena | - | 85 | - | 9 | - |
| Anna John Resident Centered Care Community | NH | Oneida | - | 48 | - | 3 | - |
| Pine Crest Nursing Home | NH HOS MC PC RC SNF | Merrill | - | 120 | - | 60 | - |
| Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc | NH AL MC SNF | Menasha | - | 106 | - | 82 | - |
Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc is legally operated by Morgan Rutta.
Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc has a walk score of 82. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc's occupancy is 65%.
No, Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc has a no-pet policy.
Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc is registered as a for-profit in WI.
Morgan Rutta is the administrator of Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc.
Oakridge Gardens Nursing Center, Inc has 106 beds.
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