Section 1812.540.
Cal. Civil Code - CIV § 1812.540.
in effectFor 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.
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