The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter (AFL) outlining the process for healthcare facilities to request urgent staffing resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. Facilities experiencing sudden staff shortages must report the issue as an unusual occurrence to the local California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Licensing and Certification District Office. The CDPH will then assess the situation and determine if the facility can continue to operate safely. Facilities must also contact their county public health department to initiate the process of locating resources within the local area. If local sources cannot fulfill staffing needs, regional or state resources may be deployed to meet short-term staffing requirements. Facilities are responsible for providing all personal protective equipment and other necessary equipment for deployed staff. Additionally, facilities will be required to reimburse the state for all costs associated with deployed staff.

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