We Are Always Looking For Qualified and Quality Contractors

As required by the law governing Nurse Registries, Heartland Registry must maintain personnel records on all contractors.  These records must provided proof of certifications or license for a number of items that are maintained in the file. These licenses or certifications must be current, up-to-date, and a copy of the renewal placed in the contractors folder.  The following list indicates those items that must be in the contractors folder, with proof of renewals as needed.

If you would like to apply as a contractor for Heartland Registry, the best approach to speed up the possible Interview process is to collect these 14 items below, print and fill out our application by picking the red button and mail it to us, or even easier, fill out the application on line.  After reviewing your application, we will call you and schedule a interview.  Then come to our office with the 14 items for us to review.  If you are missing or have questions about any of the 14 items below, call us for help as how to obtain them.
  1. Valid, up to date, Florida drivers license.
  2. Florida RN/LPN/CNA license/certificate.
  3. Home Health Aides are required to have an approved course by the Florida Department of Education
  4. Social Security Card.
  5. Current, up to date CPR card.
  6. L-2 background screening (Fingerprinting) Conducted on all caregivers contracted after June, 2010, and on all previously contracted caregivers, 5 years from the date of the last screening.
  7. Statement of Good Health on all newly contracted caregivers, and renewed in the event of a 90 day lapse in service.
  8. Proof of Florida Automobile Insurance coverage, in the contractors name.
  9. Proof of Professional Liability Insurance, with a minimum coverage of $1,000,000.00/$6,000,000.00.
  10. Proof of training in “Assisting with self administration of medication”. (CNA/HHA’s only)
  11. Proof of one 4 hour course in HIV education.
  12. Proof of HIPPA training.
  13. Proof of Bloodborne Pathogens training
  14. Proof of Cultural Diversity Training.

 

Although each contractor’s folder contains additional items that were obtained during the initial contract process, and may be subject to updates, the below listed items are the ones subject to frequent renewals.
It is the sole responsibility of the contractor to insure that these certifications/licenses are renewed on time, and that a copy of the renewal is forwarded to the Heartland office immediately upon renewing the item.