❌ SB314
Enact the Ohio Dementia Care Training Act for Nurse Aides
Summary
The Ohio Dementia Care Training Act for Nurse Aides mandates that long-term care facilities provide competency evaluation programs and training for nurse aides, including dementia-specific training. Facilities must ensure that nurse aides complete required training and evaluations before providing care, with penalties for non-compliance. The act establishes timelines for training and evaluation completion and requires facilities to maintain records of compliance.
Rationale
The bill imposes government-mandated training and evaluation requirements on nurse aides, which conflicts with the Libertarian principles of minimal government intervention in employment and labor markets. It restricts individual choice and imposes penalties for non-compliance, undermining the Libertarian emphasis on personal responsibility and freedom from government regulation.
Risks and Concerns
- Increased government control over employment practices
- Potential for reduced workforce flexibility in long-term care facilities
- Financial burden on facilities due to compliance costs