Pitfalls, Policy and Practice for a Mandatory Vaccination Plan

As vaccines become more readily available and an increasing percentage of the population becomes vaccinated, employers in the post-acute and long-term care field are grappling with whether they can, or should, mandate COVID-19 vaccinations for their employees. This article will summarize some of the legal ramifications of mandating COVID-19 vaccines and will provide practical guidance for implementing such a policy. Guidance regarding COVID-19 in the workplace is evolving on the federal, state, and local levels, so employers are cautioned to monitor updates.