#BGBl. 2025 I Nr. 371Law on the Expansion of Powers and Bureaucracy Reduction in Nursing Care
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This German federal law, published on 29 December 2025, expands the professional powers of nursing staff and reduces administrative burdens in the healthcare sector. It amends multiple sections of the Social Code Book (SGB) and related regulations governing nursing professions, midwives, and medical assistants. The legislation grants qualified nurses additional decision-making authority in patient care, simplifies documentation requirements, and streamlines approval processes for care services. These measures aim to address staff shortages and improve efficiency in long-term care facilities and home care settings across Germany.
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Key Changes
- Expansion of decision-making authority for qualified nursing staff in patient care procedures
- Reduction of documentation and administrative requirements in nursing practice
- Streamlining of approval processes for care services and reimbursements
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