Does anyone out there know if there is a certain Nurse to Patient Ratio in Nursing Homes? This refers to LPN's on Night shift with no RN's available. We have 61 Residents and at times only one nurse on night shift? Is this Legal? To me, as a nurse you are putting your career on the line taking on this responsiblity. I have refused to be the only nurse in the facility. Any info would be greatly appreciated.