Section 1812.540 - DefinitionsFor 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.Added by Stats 2001 ch 326 (AB 1643), s 2, eff. 1/1/2002.