Convalescent or Nursing Home

What is Class Code 9044?

Class code 9044 covers employees at convalescent homes, nursing homes, and long-term care facilities, including certified nursing assistants (CNAs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), housekeeping staff, dietary aides, and administrative personnel. Florida's large elderly population makes nursing home operations one of the most significant workers' comp classifications in the state. Patient handling is the primary injury risk, with back strains from lifting and transferring residents accounting for the majority of claims.

Who is Covered Under This Code?

Certified nursing assistants, licensed practical nurses, registered nurses, housekeeping staff, dietary aides, activity coordinators, and administrative staff at nursing homes and long-term care facilities.

Tips to Reduce Your Premium

• Patient lifting and transfer programs using mechanical lift equipment dramatically reduce back injury claims
• Safe patient handling training is the highest-impact safety investment for nursing homes
• Slip-and-fall prevention programs protect both residents and staff
• Workplace violence prevention training is important for staff working with dementia patients

Common Claim Scenarios

Back strains from patient lifting and transfers, slip-and-fall injuries, needlestick injuries, and workplace violence incidents are the most common claim types in nursing home operations.

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