§ 23-17.11-2. Declaration of purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to ensure quality care for citizens of the state by vesting in the department of health the power necessary to regulate nursing facilities and provide appropriate legal remedies to provide quality of care for residents in nursing care facilities.
History of Section.P.L. 1988, ch. 528, § 1; P.L. 2005, ch. 159, § 2; P.L. 2005, ch. 226, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-17.11 - The Nursing Facilities Receivership Act
Section 23-17.11-1. - Legislative findings.
Section 23-17.11-2. - Declaration of purpose.
Section 23-17.11-3. - Definitions.
Section 23-17.11-4. - Powers and duties of director.
Section 23-17.11-5. - Notification of closure — Appointment of receiver.
Section 23-17.11-6. - Mismanagement of facility.
Section 23-17.11-7. - Reports — Use of experts — Costs.
Section 23-17.11-8. - Duty to cooperate.
Section 23-17.11-9. - Retaliation prohibited.
Section 23-17.11-11. - Whistleblower protections.