Staffing Levels in Ohio’s Nursing Homes, Assisted Livings, and Memory Care Units: Shift Variation
2024
Staffing Levels in Ohio's Nursing Homes and Assisted Living Facilities
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Author Information
Author(s): Nelson Matt, Bowblis John, Menne Heather, Elliot Amy
Primary Institution: Miami University
Hypothesis
How do staffing levels vary by shift in nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Ohio?
Conclusion
Nursing homes have better staffing ratios than assisted living facilities outside of memory care units, but staffing levels are similar within those units.
Supporting Evidence
- Nursing homes have the lowest resident-to-staff ratios during the day shift.
- Assisted living facilities have higher resident-to-staff ratios compared to nursing homes.
- Night shift staffing ratios are the highest in both nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
Takeaway
Nursing homes usually have more staff to help residents than assisted living places, especially during the day.
Methodology
The study analyzed staffing levels from the 2021 Ohio Biennial Survey of Long-Term Care Facilities, focusing on resident-to-staff ratios by shift.
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