Rhode Island Hospital in Providence is transitioning some nursing shifts to 12 hours toward the end of October, a spokesperson said in a statement to Becker’s on Oct. 21.
The transition will affect about 10% of nursing staff at the hospital, most of whom are per diem nurses. Previously, shifts varied between eight and 12 hours.
“This transition aligns with industry best practices and strengthens quality and safety for both our staff and patients,” a hospital spokesperson said in a statement. “Importantly, there were no layoffs associated with this transition. We are deeply grateful for the dedication of our nursing team for ensuring a smooth transition and for delivering safe, high-quality care to every patient who depends on us.”
The hospital is part of Brown University Health, which is working to fill more than 400 full-time nursing positions across the system.
