Occupancy rate
87%
In line with South Dakota averageMostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Avantara North
Nursing Home in South Dakota
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Avantara North
Nursing Home in South Dakota
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Overview of Avantara North
Avantara North boasts its one-of-a-kind superior care that creates an atmosphere of comfort and security for a distinct living focused on relaxation and recovery. As one of South Dakota’s most trusted nursing homes, there is a merit of an incomparable level of care that provokes quality service delivered by only the best team of professionals who offer tailored personal care plans for each unique individual. Avantara North has the privilege of maximizing advanced medical services that lead to an enhanced caliber of life.
The areas of excellence are found in the range of an array of specialized services such as community spaces, Wi-Fi all throughout, and an on-site full service salon; rehabilitation services include cardiac care, bariatric care, G-tube, IV therapy, orthopedic care, oncology care, stroke recovery, wound care, and memory care.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 55th out of 64 homes in South Dakota.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 55th out of 64 homes in South Dakota.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 7m per day
vs South Dakota avg
-17%
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
68
Avg. Length of Stay
151 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
29% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
2 years
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.4M
Profit
$427.8K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$11.4M
Profit
$427.8K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$11.0M
68-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 39 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
Occupancy
In line with South Dakota averageOccupied beds
59 / 68
Average residents
51 per day
Facility TypeNursing Home
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 7, 2025
ExpirationJune 30, 2026
CountyPennington
License Number10665
Accreditations2023 AHCA Bronze award
Avantara North is administrated by Block, Celina.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab
Specific ProgramsPost-Surgical Care, Short-Term Rehabilitation, Stroke & Other Neurological Conditions, Cardiac Care, Oncology Recovery Care, Wound Care, Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Pulmonary Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health inspections
5
South Dakota average 4.5
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Total health citations
20
South Dakota average 14.8
Citations per inspection
4
South Dakota average 3.34
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 8 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.3
Serious Health citations
2
2
11% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8
0 critical citations
2 serious citations
18 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 07, 2025
Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols.
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Aug 07, 2025
Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide.
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care serious citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 07, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 07, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Compare Nursing Homes around South Dakota The information below is reported by the South Dakota Department of Health, Office of Health Care Facilities Licensure.
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| Avantara North |
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. | Rapid City (North 7Th Street) | 69 | 87.3% | +9% | 3.12 | +1% | -28% | 1 | 20 | 4.0 | 2 | 65 | - | 39 | - | $11.4M | $3.2M | 28.3% | 435064 | ||||
| Avantara Arrowhead |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
82
Employees
72
Contractors
10
Staff to resident ratio
1.32:1
31% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average ratio: 1.91:1
Avg staff/day
31
Average shift
8 hours
0% compared with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 7.7 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
22,598
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
9
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
31
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
10.6%
2,390 contractor hours this quarter
Qualified Social Worker: 3
Physical Therapy Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Speech Language Pathologist: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 0 | 31 | 9,732 | 91 | 100% | 8.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 2,855 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,189 | 89 | 98% | 8.8 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 13 | 0 | 13 | 1,468 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,355 | 89 | 98% | 6.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 799 | 87 | 96% | 6.6 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 504 | 63 | 69% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 2 | 0 | 2 | 486 | 59 | 65% | 8.1 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 434 | 66 | 73% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 432 | 64 | 70% | 6.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 412 | 54 | 59% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 2 | 2 | 380 | 57 | 63% | 6.7 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 345 | 63 | 69% | 3.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 223 | 28 | 31% | 7.9 |
31 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
9 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
98%
13 Medication Aide/Technician
% of Days
100%
3 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
98%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
96%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
69%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
68%
1 Administrator
% of Days
67%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
65%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
73%
1 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
70%
1 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
59%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
63%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
69%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
31%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
62
Medicare
4
6.5% of residents
Medicaid
42
67.7% of residents
Private pay or other
16
25.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Nurse Aide Training
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
15.7
31% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 12.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
31.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
31.0
30% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 23.9
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
29.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
29.4%
32% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.3%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
37.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
37.2%
63% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 22.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
26.4%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 26.7%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.6%
48% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.0%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.8%
51% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.5%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
3.7%
5% worse than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 3.5%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
2.5%
54% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 5.5%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 4.1%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.0%
59% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 24.4%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.5%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 95.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.2%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 96.9%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
85.7%
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 84.4%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 1.8%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
86.1%
10% better than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 78.2%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
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)
Total fines amount
$12K
69% lower than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: $40K
Number of fines
1
51% fewer fines than South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 2.0
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
In line with South Dakota averageSouth Dakota average: 0.0
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$12K
South Dakota average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 7, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Oct 7, 2024
$12K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Avantara North based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
87.3%
↑ 5.1pp vs 2022
Net Income
$427.8K
↑ ~$65.2K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$4.7M
↑ ~$393.6K vs 2022
Profit Margin
3.8%
↑ 0.4pp vs 2022
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