Appendix G Fingerprint Process.pdf

The document is a fingerprint processing instruction and universal fingerprint form from the New Jersey Department of Health Criminal Investigation Unit, specifically targeting nurse aide certification applicants. The primary parties involved are the New Jersey Department of Health, MorphoTrust USA (the fingerprint vendor), and potential nurse aide certification candidates in New Jersey. The document outlines the state's legal requirement (N.J.S.A. 26:2H-83) mandating a fingerprint process for criminal background checks for nurse aide certification candidates.

The fingerprint process requires applicants to schedule an appointment with MorphoTrust to have fingerprint impressions taken, which will be used to check criminal history records from the New Jersey State Police and Federal Bureau of Investigation. There is no cost to the applicant for these services, as the Department of Health will cover the fingerprinting and scanning expenses. Applicants must bring proper identification and complete the Universal Fingerprint Form. Failure to complete the process may result in denial or delay of nurse aide certification. The document emphasizes that candidates must also complete a notarized "Criminal Background Investigation Application" and that social security numbers are mandatory for identification purposes.