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Why do facilities require a criminal background check before hiring a nurse aide?
- A.To decide which uniform size the new aide should wear
- B.To check whether the aide prefers day or night shifts
- C.To screen for disqualifying offenses and help protect vulnerable residents
- D.To replace the need for checking registry status at hiring
Correct answer
C. To screen for disqualifying offenses and help protect vulnerable residents
Why
Background checks screen for offenses that would disqualify a person from working with vulnerable residents and are part of resident safety. They do not replace registry checks and have nothing to do with uniforms or shift preference.
Content outline: Role of the Nurse Aide - Professional Conduct: Background Checks · From the Role of the Nurse Aide practice bank (RA-142).