Avantara North
AVANTARA NORTH in RAPID CITY, SD — inspection on February 20, 2026.
Found 2 citations. Severity: Standard violations.
Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct within required timeframes. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns and are subject to follow-up verification.
Inspection Findings
September 2018 medication administration policy revealed:*Prior to administration, review and
label and MAR are different.or if there is any other reason to question dosage instructions, the
Review of the provider's 11/18/25 Oxygen Administration policy revealed: *The nasal cannula is a tube that is placed approximately one-half inch into the resident's nose.
The nasal cannula and tubing will be changed weekly and as needed.
Change of tubing and cannula should be documented.
When not in use, the nasal cannula should be stored in a plastic bag.
Review of the provider's 1/14/26 Nebulizer Cleaning policy revealed: After each use, the mask/reservoir will be cleaned.
Rinse mask/reservoir with tap water and place upside down to dry on a paper towel or cloth towel.
Review of the provider's undated Guidelines for Legionella Control revealed: *Identify Areas Subject to Legionella, Colonization and Growth -5.) Respiratory therapy equipment *Control Measures & Corrective Action -.Nebulizers are cleaned after each use by nursing.
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Avantara North 1620 North 7th Street Rapid City, SD 57701