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SB 137 – After August 28, 2011, all hospitals and health care facilities shall require all newly hired personnel providing services in such facilities to wear identification badges prominently displaying the employee's photograph, name, title and employer. The title of the employee shall include whether the employee is a physician, registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, or other titles as determined by the Department of Health and Senior Services. Personnel shall not be required to wear the badge while delivering direct care if not clinically feasible. Also, the last name of the personnel on the badge may be concealed when delivering care to an irrational or violent consumer. Compliance with this act for all current personnel may occur when any badges are issued or replaced within a reasonable time after August 28, 2011, but no later than by August 28, 2016. Nothing in this act requires the immediate replacement of identification badges worn by current personnel. ADRIANE CROUSE
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