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Promising Practices in HCBS: Iowa- Retaining and Recruiting Direct Support Professionals
12/28/2004 | 870 Requests *Summary
This document describes the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Recruitment and Retention Project implemented by the Iowa Care Givers Association. This program aims to decrease turnover among CNAs who provide direct support in three Northwest Iowa nursing facilities. ICA is a member-driven association that provides education, information, support, and advocacy for CNAs, Home Health Aides, and other specialized direct support professionals.
Author
Barrett, Erin
Available Files
- Iowa-Retaining and Recruiting PDF (234K)
Keywords
Personal Assistant; Human Services; Stakeholder Involvement; Recruitment and Retention; mentor training; nursing assistant;
Topic
Long-Term Care, State/Agency Information, Workforce/Direct Care
Type/Tool
Promising practices
Source
CMS, Truven Health Analytics (formerly Thomson Reuters)
State
Iowa, All States/Territories
Date Created
06/17/2004
Contact
Pam Biklen
Certified Nursing Assistant Recruitment and Retention Project
Iowacga@aol.com
515-241-8697
Certified Nursing Assistant Recruitment and Retention Project
Iowacga@aol.com
515-241-8697
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