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Nurse Aide Knowledge Test Now Available in Three Additional Languages

On January 30, 2025 by Anna Mowry

As of Jan. 27, 2025, the nurse aide knowledge test became available in Spanish, Somali, and Hmong, in addition to English, as allowed by Minnesota Statutes, section 144A.61.

Webinar: Engaging High School Nursing Assistants in Long Term Care

On April 18, 2024 by Anna Mowry

Attend an upcoming webinar to learn how to connect with talented high school nursing assistants who are ready to enter the long-term care workforce.

Engaging High School Nursing Assistants in Long Term Care

On April 11, 2024 by Anna Mowry

Attend an upcoming webinar to learn how to connect with talented high school nursing assistants who are ready to enter the long-term care workforce.

Has Your Organization Signed Up to Become a NextGen Employer Partner?

On October 26, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Employers can sign up now to become an employer partner for the next round of the Next Generation Nursing Assistant or NextGen “barrier-free” training program. Minnesota State campuses are hosting another round of training beginning this month, called Next Generation Nursing Assistant – Train. Test. Work.

Sign-Up Now to Become an Employer Partner of NextGen

On October 5, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Employers can sign up now to become an employer partner for the next round of the Next Generation Nursing Assistant or NextGen “barrier-free” training program.

Become an Employer Partner of NextGen – Train. Test. Work.

On September 14, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Employers can sign up now to become an employer partner for the next round of the Next Generation Nursing Assistant or NextGen “barrier-free” training program.

It’s Time to Transition Your Temporary Nurse Aides

On July 27, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Temporary nurse aides hired or who worked under the 1135 waiver have until Sept. 11 to be added to the Minnesota Nursing Assistant Registry. LeadingAge Minnesota is here to help providers with this transition process.

Apply Now to Become an In-Facility Test Site for your Nurse Aide Candidates

On July 20, 2023 by Anna Mowry

Until July 31, eligible providers with nurse aide training programs can apply to become a test site for nurse aide candidates.

Become an In-Facility Test Site for your Nurse Aide Candidates

On July 6, 2023 by Anna Mowry

After a successful pilot program, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is expanding in-facility testing to add additional nurse aide test sites around the state.

Free Virtual Reality Headsets for Nurse Aide Training Programs

On November 10, 2022 by Anna Mowry

New software is being developed to create virtual reality (VR) nurse aide skill simulations that align with the Headmaster skills test. Nurse aide training programs and instructors can volunteer to test the VR software to help provide feedback during the final product development stages.

Governor Walz Announces $2.5 Million Investment to Extend the NextGen Free Nursing Assistant Training Program

On September 15, 2022 by Anna Mowry

Last week, Governor Walz announced an additional $2.5 million in American Recovery Plan funding to continue the state’s Next Generation Nursing Assistant Training Program (NextGen) until Feb. 2023.

Two-Hour Time Limit for Nursing Assistant Knowledge Exam Begins Oct. 3

On September 1, 2022 by Anna Mowry

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has announced that nurse aide registry candidates will have up to two hours for the knowledge exam beginning Oct. 3.

Two-Hour Nursing Assistant Knowledge Exam Time Limit Returns

On August 25, 2022 by Anna Mowry

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) will extend the time limit for the nursing assistant state knowledge exam from one hour back to two hours in response to feedback from nurse aide training programs around the state.

Nursing Assistant Test Sites Weekly Update

On May 5, 2022 by Anna Mowry

With the 1135 waiver ending on June 6, members will have until Oct. 6 to place Nursing Assistants on the state registry. Minnesota State and the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) communicate weekly updates to LeadingAge Minnesota regarding nursing assistant test sites as they open and increase their capacity.

Transition BCA to Nursing Assistant with OnTrack

On July 7, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Many skilled nursing facilities are planning ahead and transitioning caregivers and Basic Care Aides into Registered Nursing Assistant positions. The 1135 Waiver and corresponding MDH approvals that allow nursing assistants to work without being on the Registry still apply. However, there is growing concern amongst members on making the transition in advance of the waiver discontinuing.

Use OnTrack To Transition BCA to Nursing Assistant

On June 30, 2021 by Jenna Kellerman

Many skilled nursing facilities are planning ahead to transition caregivers and Basic Care Aides into Registered Nursing Assistant positions. The 1135 Waiver and corresponding Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) approvals that allow nursing assistants to work without being on the Registry still apply. However, there is growing concern amongst members regarding transitioning in advance of the waiver’s discontinuation.

New Staff for the New Year

On December 23, 2020 by Jenna Kellerman

Start 2021 off with new staff joining your team!

Skilled nursing facilities have the ability to train caregivers quickly using the Basic Care Aide and Paid Feeding Assistant programs from EduCare. The expedited training programs are eligible under the current 1135 waiver, allowing you to train Basic Care Aides in just 9 hours and paid feeding assistants within 2 hours. Basic Care Aides are eligible to work in place of traditional nursing assistants.

The Mentor’s Voice Launched

On December 9, 2020 by Jenna Kellerman

LeadingAge National has launched a new podcast called The Mentor’s Voice. This podcast, available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and other platforms, provides students and young professionals an opportunity to candidly learn from leaders in the field of aging. The goal is to disseminate wisdom and knowledge to emerging leaders and to inspire and inform their career journey.

Train Caregivers Fast with Basic Care Aide and Paid Feeding Assistant

On December 9, 2020 by Jenna Kellerman

Skilled nursing facilities have the ability to train caregivers quickly using the Basic Care Aide and Paid Feeding Assistant programs from EduCare. The expedited training programs are eligible under the current 1135 waiver, allowing you to train Basic Care Aides in just 9 hours and paid feeding assistants within 2 hours. Basic Care Aides are eligible to work in place of traditional nursing assistants.

CNA Staffing Summit Announced

On September 30, 2020 by Jenna Kellerman

The National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA) and CNAs for Quality Care have announced the first-ever CNA Staffing Summit to be held on Oct. 20, 2020, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Click here to register for the virtual event.

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