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Governor Rell Visits MidState Medical Center
June 11, 2008
Governor M. Jodi Rell paid a special visit to MidState Medical Center in Meriden on Wednesday, June 11, to sign a bill that aims to ensure all Connecticut hospitals maintain sufficient nursing care. Beginning July 1, 2009, the act requires each licensed hospital, upon request, to make available to the Department of Public Health (DPH) a prospective nurse staffing plan and a written certification that the plan is able to provide appropriate patient health care services."The bottom line is patient care, and we're going to need the nurses that will make that happen," said Governor Rell. In her opening remarks, MidState Medical Center President & CEO, Lucille Janatka, said, "We are confident that this bill will ensure all Connecticut hospitals recognize the importance of adequate nurse staffing and help promote excellent quality standards."
Connecticut's approach to nurse staffing is different than many other states, particularly California, where a nurse-to-patient ratio system requires the upholding of designated nurse staffing levels. Conversely, Connecticut's new law gives state hospitals much more flexibility. It specifically requires that registered nurses make up at least 50 percent of the hospital committee that reports to the state.
Requiring hospitals to maintain nurse ratios "doesn't solve the problem," said Cindy Russo, Mid State's Vice President of Patient Care. Connecticut's approach "doesn't tie our hands," she said. State officials and Connecticut Hospital Association (CHA) executives were present for the signing ceremony. Dr. Mary Jane Williams, Chair of the CT Nurses' Association Government Relations Committee; Joanne Chapin, AFT Health Care representative; and Jennifer Jackson, CHA President & CEO, also delivered opening remarks. Jennifer acknowledged her pride in being a nurse herself and her profound respect for those delivering care the bedside. "This bill ensures ongoing quality and patient safety," she remarked.
About MidState: In quarterly patient satisfaction surveys, MidState consistently rates among the top hospitals in Connecticut and the nation. Conveniently located just minutes off Rte. 691 in Meriden, CT, MidState offers free and safe parking, as well as private inpatient rooms. Services include general surgery, emergency medicine, The Weight Management Program, MidState Medical Group Walk-in Center for urgent care needs, and state-of-the-art care in centers dedicated to Cancer Care, Wound and Hyperbaric Care, Family Birthing, Sleep Care, Digestive Health, Pain Management, and Cardiac Care. For information, call 203 694 8200, or visit www.midstatemedical.org.
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