Federal nursing home staffing standards are changing, and the impact will be felt most by the residents who rely on consistent, attentive care. Beginning February 2, 2026, nursing homes certified by Medicare and Medicaid will no longer be required to meet federal minimum staffing levels or maintain a registered nurse (RN) on-site around the clock....Read More

Beginning February 2, 2026, Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes will no longer be subject to federal minimum staffing levels or a requirement to have a registered nurse (RN) on-site 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The change follows CMS’s repeal of key portions of a staffing rule finalized in 2024 and represents a...Read More