Florida Nursing Homes Grapple With Backup Generator RequirementTime is ticking for the state’s long-term care providers to comply with a requirement to have backup generators and fuel or face fines or even the possible revocation of their licenses.
Administrator, Nurses Surrender In Hurricane Irma Nursing Home Deaths CaseFour employees of the Hollywood Hills Nursing Home, accused of playing a role in the deaths of a dozen residents after Hurricane Irma knocked out the air conditioning, are expected to surrender today to Hollywood police after warrants were issued for their arrest.
Gov. Scott Signs Bills Ratifying Generator RequirementsFlorida Gov. Rick Scott signed two bills to nail down requirements for nursing homes and assisted living facilities to have backup generators and fuel supplies.