HB1244

Hawaii HB1244 establishes minimum registered nurse staffing standards for hospitals to ensure patient safety and nurse well-being.

Hawaii HB1244 mandates minimum registered nurse staffing standards for hospitals, aiming to enhance patient safety and nurse retention. The bill requires hospitals to establish a registered nurse staffing committee to develop and oversee annual staffing plans. These plans must consider patient acuity, skill mix, and other factors to ensure adequate staffing. Hospitals must adhere to specific patient-to-nurse ratios, with exceptions for critical access hospitals and smaller facilities.