§ 23-17.9-1. Declaration of purpose.
The purpose of this chapter is to provide for the development, establishment, and enforcement of standards by the department of health:
(1) For the training and registration of nursing assistants; and
(2) To ensure unified standards among nursing assistants and to promote safe and adequate care for individuals receiving nursing assistants’ health care services.
History of Section.P.L. 1987, ch. 564, § 1; P.L. 1988, ch. 653, § 2.
Structure Rhode Island General Laws
Chapter 23-17.9 - Registration of Nursing Assistants
Section 23-17.9-1. - Declaration of purpose.
Section 23-17.9-2. - Definitions — Supervision of nursing assistants — Inapplicability of chapter.
Section 23-17.9-3. - Training and competency evaluation program for levels of nursing assistants.
Section 23-17.9-4. - Duties of nursing assistants.
Section 23-17.9-5. - Qualifying examination.
Section 23-17.9-6. - Registration.
Section 23-17.9-7. - Renewal of certificate of registration.
Section 23-17.9-8. - Disciplinary proceedings.
Section 23-17.9-9. - Penalties for violations.
Section 23-17.9-10. - Enforcement.
Section 23-17.9-11. - Disposition of fees and fines.
Section 23-17.9-12. - Severability.