A federal staffing rule for nursing homes is facing criticism for being unrealistic and unaffordable, especially for rural facilities. Lawmakers like Rep. Fischbach and Sen. Warren are advocating for strong staffing rules to protect residents and workers. Despite increased funding, labor shortages persist in the nursing home industry.
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Despite more funding for nursing home staffing, labor continues to be a problem. https://t.co/ShdoJQ1Kac
It’s shameful that the nursing home industry is working so hard to roll back protections for residents. The industry claims they can’t afford to pay for staff, all while their executives take massive payouts. We need strong staffing rules to protect residents and workers. https://t.co/HxY53x9w3a
Fulfilling the federal staffing rule is an impossibility for many rural nursing homes. https://t.co/Qk76KApfcO
This is why I introduced a CRA to prohibit this unrealistic and out-of-touch staffing mandate. Listen to the experts. https://t.co/PvllVwU7S0