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New Belt Law Expands Certified Nursing Assistant Training

Senate Bill 3766 allows assisted living and supportive living facilities to host supervised clinical experiences for CNA training programs in Illinois.

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SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Christopher Belt sponsored a newly signed law that will expand the workforce pipeline to get more Certified Nursing Assistants working in the long-term care industry.

“Nursing assistants are a vital cog in our health care system,” said Belt (D-Swansea). “Expanding the workforce pipeline for Certified Nursing Assistants will not only reduce the time-to-hire for trainees, but it will also provide trainees with more opportunities to learn and adapt.”

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Senate Bill 3766 will allow assisted living and supportive living facilities to host supervised clinical experiences for certified nursing assistant training programs in order to expand Illinois’ long-term care workforce pipeline. The bill also requires the Health Care Worker Registry to include information identifying where an individual received clinical training.

With first-hand training at assisted living facilities, nurses will be able to develop on-the-job skills and knowledge while also building the confidence needed to work effectively in different environments.

Senate Bill 3766 takes effect Jan. 1.

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