The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) has issued a new Provider Information Notice (PIN) introducing a Background Check Search website for healthcare facilities, including nursing homes. The website allows users to check the status of an applicant's background check without logging into the Guardian system. It aims to better serve licensed agencies and applicants. Confidential information on associations to Foster Family Homes, Certified Family Homes, Resource Family Homes, and Small Family Child Care Homes will not be displayed on the website. To check the registration status of a Home Care Aide, users should visit the Home Care Aide Registry site. Healthcare facilities should be aware of this new tool and utilize it for background check purposes.

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