Includes physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, respiratory therapists.

New York Assembly Bill A00600 amends the public health law to include physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, respiratory therapists, respiratory therapy technicians, and recreational therapists within the existing statutory staffing standards for nursing homes. The bill specifies that nursing homes must maintain daily average staffing hours equal to 3.5 hours of care per resident per day, with at least 2.2 hours provided by certified nurse aides, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapy assistants, or.

Includes physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, respiratory therapists.

New York Assembly Bill A00600 amends the public health law to include physical therapists, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, respiratory therapists, respiratory therapy technicians, and recreational therapists within the existing statutory staffing standards for nursing homes. The bill specifies that nursing homes must maintain daily average staffing hours equal to 3.5 hours of care per resident per day, with at least 2.2 hours provided by certified nurse aides, physical therapist assistants, occupational therapy assistants, or.