Legislative study commission formed to study hospital staffing levels in Rhode Island

By: Alexander Castro

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: June 8, 2026

Words: 910

Last Updated: 3 days, 19 hours ago

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Are Rhode Island’s hospitals adequately and safely staffed?

That’s one of the primary questions to be investigated by another special study commission coming to the Rhode Island legislature, thanks to a pair of companion resolutions passed unanimously by both chambers of the General Assembly.

The commission will look at how staffing levels affect patient outcomes and safety, recruitment and retention practices, and financial implications for hospitals. The commission will also look at other states’ …

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