Background Check Info

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Background checks and fingerprinting is required for working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Florida to ensure the safety and well-being of patients and residents. It helps verify an individual's criminal history and ensures that those entrusted with providing care have a clean background, creating a secure environment for healthcare. This requirement ultimately contributes to the integrity and quality of care provided by CNAs in the state, safeguarding both patients and caregivers. Embrace this step as it reinforces the commitment to excellence in your CNA career, making a positive impact on those you serve.

1. Register with the CHAI system
2. Choose 'Initiate New Screening' in CHAI and Create your Profile
3. Make an Appointment with a Livescan provider (you can do this in CHAI)
4. Bring your ORI Number and complete your fingerprinting appointment (ask the Livescan provider for your Transaction Control Number (TCN) before you leave)
5. Keep your TCN in a safe place in case we request it

FL Department of Health https://flhealthsource.gov/background-screening/