Establishes a commission to develop safe staffing standards for hospitals in Massachusetts.
The bill creates a commission on nurse staffing in hospitals to develop safe staffing standards. The commission will consist of 15 members, including representatives from various health-related organizations and state officials. It will examine research on patient care quality outcomes and optimal staffing levels, and develop strategies for collaborative practice among health care team members. The commission will also hold public hearings and submit an annual report to the legislature. The commission's recommendations will be updated to reflect current science and evidence-based practice.
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