Michigan SB0297 prohibits mandatory overtime for nurses except under specific circumstances.
Michigan SB0297 amends the Public Health Code to protect nurses from mandatory overtime, except in cases where patient health, welfare, or safety is at risk. It specifies that a nurse's refusal to work beyond their scheduled hours cannot be grounds for disciplinary action. The bill also outlines penalties for hospitals that violate these provisions, including fines and potential license denials.
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