HR 3415

This bill, the Nurse Staffing Standards for Hospital Patient Safety and Quality Care Act of 2025, aims to improve patient safety and quality of care by establishing minimum nurse-to-patient staffing ratios in hospitals. It mandates that hospitals develop and implement staffing plans that ensure adequate nurse coverage based on patient acuity, with specific ratios outlined for different units. The bill also includes provisions for nurse workforce initiatives, audits of staffing plans, and adjustments to Medicare reimbursement to cover increased costs associated with these staffing requirements. It seeks to address nurse shortages and improve patient outcomes by prioritizing direct care registered nurses.