For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
(a) “Direct care service” means the temporary assignment of certified nurse assistants to render basic care services directed at the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, or protection of a patient who is a resident of a long-term health care facility.
(b) “Nursing service” means the temporary assignment of a licensed registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or psychiatric technician to render nursing and basic care services to a patient who is a resident of a long-term health care facility.
(c) “Licensed nursing staff” means a licensed registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or psychiatric technician.
(d) “Long-term health care facility” means a licensed facility, as defined in Section 1418 of the Health and Safety Code.
","text":"For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply: (a) “Direct care service” means the temporary assignment of certified nurse assistants to render basic care services directed at the safety, comfort, personal hygiene, or protection of a patient who is a resident of a long-term health care facility. (b) “Nursing service” means the temporary assignment of a licensed registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or psychiatric technician to render nursing and basic care services to a patient who is a resident of a long-term health care facility. (c) “Licensed nursing staff” means a licensed registered nurse, licensed vocational nurse, or psychiatric technician. (d) “Long-term health care facility” means a licensed facility, as defined in Section 1418 of the Health and Safety Code.","otherVersions":[],"url":"https://blackletter.si/civil-code/long-term-care-facilities-1812-540","source":"California Legislative Information bulk export (pubinfo)"}