(a)

1. (1)

   1. (A) Facilities designated by the Office of Long-Term Care as HomeStyle facilities shall employ the same staffing ratios and otherwise comply with 20 CAR § 400-1401 et seq.
   2. (B) Provided, however, that certified nurse assistants (CNAs) utilized in HomeStyle facilities may act as universal workers.
2. (2) For purposes of this subpart, universal or flexible worker means a CNA who, in addition to performing CNA duties, performs dietary, laundry, housekeeping, activities, and other services to meet the needs of residents.

(b)

1. (1) Staffing ratios for HomeStyle homes shall be computed based on the midnight census.
2. (2) Except for licensed staff, staffing ratios shall be computed for each home individually and not the facility or all HomeStyle homes as a whole.

3. (3) Each home shall have at least:

   1. (A) Two (2) CNAs present at all times during the day and evening shifts; and
   2. (B) One (1) CNA present at all times during the night shift.