Appendix G Fingerprint Process ~1.pdf

This is a fingerprint process instruction document from the New Jersey Department of Health Criminal Investigation Unit for nurse aide certification applicants. The document outlines the mandatory fingerprinting requirements for new applicants and reciprocity candidates seeking nurse aide certification in New Jersey, as required by N.J.S.A. 26:2H-83. The process involves scheduling an appointment with MorphoTrust, the designated vendor, through their website www.bioapplicant.com/nj or by calling (877) 503-5981. Applicants must bring a government-issued photo ID and the completed Universal Fingerprint Form to their appointment.

The Department of Health covers all costs associated with the fingerprinting and scanning services, with no payment required from applicants at the time of service. Applicants receive a PCN (Process Control Number) upon completion of fingerprinting. If an appointment is missed or needs to be rescheduled, a $10.70 fee ($10.00 plus tax) will be charged to the applicant. The fingerprints are used to check criminal history records through both the New Jersey State Police and FBI databases. Additionally, applicants must complete and submit a notarized Criminal Background Investigation Application to the Department, as failure to do so may result in certification denial or processing delays.