Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act

The Nurse Overtime and Patient Safety Act limits mandatory overtime for nurses in healthcare facilities by prohibiting work exceeding 48 hours in a workweek, 12 consecutive hours in a 24-hour period, or during the 10 hours following a 12-hour shift. It requires healthcare facilities to develop clear policies about mandatory overtime, post notices about nurse rights, and display nurse schedules. The bill includes whistleblower protections for nurses reporting violations and allows civil penalties of up to $10,000 per violation for non-compliance. It applies to hospitals, outpatient departments, psychiatric facilities, and other healthcare providers listed in the bill. The law also mandates studies to establish safe working hour standards for nurses.