Pu'Uwai 'o Makaha
84-390 Jade Street · Waianae, HI · 96792 · 8086959508
93 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Ohana Pacific Management Co.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.06 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.13 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.56 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 27% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $65,455 |
Inspection citations (37 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
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.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D July 25, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E July 26, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 4, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected September 18, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected September 18, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G July 28, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2023
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected October 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected October 28, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected October 17, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 17, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| July 28, 2023 | Fine | $65,455 |
| July 28, 2023 | Payment Denial | 11 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 125046 · certified since July 3, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.