State of California Home Health Agency Standards

California home health agencies must be licensed by the state and meet strict requirements for patient safety and quality care. This includes hiring qualified, background-checked clinical staff, conducting thorough patient assessments, and developing individualized care plans under physician supervision. Agencies must ensure proper medical management, such as medication administration, wound care, vital sign monitoring, and coordination with patients' physicians—while maintaining detailed clinical records. They must also follow infection control practices, protect patient privacy, carry proper insurance, and allow state inspectors to monitor their operations.

Nursing Practice Act of California

ACHC Accreditation is independent third-party validation, through a comprehensive survey process, that a healthcare organization’s policies, processes, and care delivery meet recognized standards for quality and safety.

Forbes

The Nursing Practice Act (NPA) is the body of California law that mandates the Board to set out the scope of practice and responsibilities for RNs. . It covers the parameters of nursing practice, the legal constraints that must be followed, and the moral principles that govern nurses’ behavior.

ACHC

The Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) is known for its rigorous and independent global rating system for luxury hotels, restaurants, and spas. These standards emphasize luxury, service, and overall guest experience, and they are widely respected in the hospitality industry.