CNA Worked with Expired Certification
Penalty
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that a nursing staff member maintained an active nurse aide certification as required by state law. Review of the employee file for one certified nursing assistant (CNA) showed that the facility had verified her certification status at the time of hire, with documentation indicating an expiration date of February 23, 2025. However, there was no updated verification in the file after this date. Further investigation revealed that the CNA's certification had expired, and she continued to work 98 shifts after the expiration date without a valid certification. This lapse was identified through a review of the Pennsylvania Department of Health Nurse Aide registry and the employee's work schedule.