Training Reimbursement

Google "42 CFR part 483.152©(2)"

It's a federal law. (2) If an individual who is not employed, or does not have an offer to be employed, as a nurse aide becomes employed by, or receives an offer of employment from, a facility not later than 12 months after completing a nurse aide training and competency evaluation program, the State must provide for the reimbursement of costs incurred in completing the program on a pro rata basis during the period in which the individual is employed as a nurse aide.

I never knew this.

I never knew this.

Most LTC's are happy knowing most brand new CNA's know nothing about this. I learned about this from one of my instructors who works at a 5-star LTC. They're quite up front about offering this to new hires (ok, the feds reimburse the LTC's, so if the facilities are not paying the employees, they're pocketing the money). If I fit in the category, I would definitely pursue reimbursement.

I got hired within 12 months of becoming certified, but I've been working there for over a year. I wonder if there's a time limit.

I got hired within 12 months of becoming certified, but I've been working there for over a year. I wonder if there's a time limit.

The way I read it, there isn't a "statute of limitations" on reimbursement. The law reads that if you gain employment as a CNA not later than 12 months after completing training (that YOU paid for) the facility is required to reimburse you on a prorated basis. But of course, you have to inquire about this with your employer if they haven't offered, and if what they're telling you sounds fishy, I guess I would suggest contacting your state board of nursing to confirm the facility is in compliance with federal regulations. The next logical step would be to see a lawyer if you're so inclined. Here's a link, hope it works:

http://ecfr.gpoaccess.gov/cgi/t/text/text-idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=42:4.0.1.5.22&idno=42#42:4.0.1.5.22.4.205.3