R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-17.19-2

Current through 2024 Public Law 457

Section 23-17.19-2 - Definitions

The following words and phrases when used in this chapter have the meanings given to them in this section unless the content clearly indicates otherwise:

(1) "Department" means the department of health;

(2) "Employee" means an individual employed, whether directly, by the contract with another entity or as an independent contractor, by a long-term care nursing facility on a part-time or full-time basis;

(3) "Long-term care facility or facility" means a health care facility as defined in chapter 17 of this title, which provides long-term health care.

R.I. Gen. Laws § 23-17.19-2

P.L. 2000 , ch. 263, § 1.