CNA Credentialing Specialist

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CNA Credentialing Specialist in Augusta, ME

Description:

Support and assist in overview of Certified Nursing Assistant (“CNA”) training

Monitor CNA testing

Provide consultation for all aspects of the CNA testing process

Consult with DHHS staff regarding clinical aspects of Certified Residential Medication Aide (“CRMA”) program 

Collaborate with DHHS office and external partners

Provide clinical review and assessment of testing including procedural accuracy

Consult with Maine Board of Nursing (“Board”) to ensure Board rules and requirements are met

Determine efficacy of the statewide CNA training programs     

Consult with Certified Residential Medication Aide (“CRMA”) program

Provide clinical feedback regarding issues as applicable

Representative Tasks:

Provide consultation and information to CNA trainers, the Board, Division staff, and applicants re: all aspects of the testing process.

Coordinate and collaborate with DHHS Offices and external partners.

Work with the Maine Board of Nursing ("Board") to ensure testing follows the Board's rules and requirements, including conducting thorough, clinically sound, review of statewide CNA training program.

Determine the efficacy of statewide CNA training programs. 

Determine appropriate certification testing materials, training classes for instructors, and curriculum.

Conduct reviews of statewide Certified Nursing Assistant ("CNA") training programs.   

Provide thorough clinical review and assessment of test answers for clinical and procedural accuracy.

Provide clinical consultation to DHHS staff regarding questions related to CRMA curriculum and service system. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of requirements of certification programs, state health care licensing and certification laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines.

Knowledge of agency policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Knowledge of health care specialty areas including nursing and physician services, social services and dietary, laboratory and pharmacy services.

Knowledge of correct, current, nursing practices.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with sister agencies within DHHS, as well as other public and private partners.

Ability to apply critical thinking principles and processes

Ability to use applicable computer programs

Proficient with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Access, Word, etc.)  

Ability to resolve problems effectively.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

Four (4) years in nursing education, public health, hospital or chronic disease nursing including administrative experience and a bachelor's degree in nursing OR an equivalent of eight (8) years combination of education and experience.

Must hold a current license as a Registered Professional Nurse as issued by the Maine State Board of Nursing.