LD1720

Maine LD1720 addresses reimbursement for nursing facility staff training and interpreter services, and expands access to certified nursing assistant.

Maine LD1720 modifies reimbursement rules for nursing facility staff training and interpreter services. It ensures full reimbursement for the actual costs of training programs and interpreter services for staff and residents who require language assistance. The bill also mandates that certified nursing assistant examinations be offered in French, Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Filipino. These changes aim to improve access to certification and support for long-term care workers, including nurses, certified nursing assistants, direct care workers, and housekeeping and dietary staff.