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WA - Washington CNA Credentialing Requirements

What credentials do I need to work as a CNA in Washington?

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Written by Megan Gonzalez
Updated yesterday

Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for CNAs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in Washington.


Required Documents:

First documents you will need to upload prior to completing your profile and uploading state specific requirements:

When signing up to work with ShiftMed in the app you will then be prompted to enter your

  • Proof of Identification (DL, Photo ID, Passport, etc.)

  • Social Security Number

  • Professional License

    • You can upload multiple Professional Licenses and any Specialties if applicable.

NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of Washington.

Once uploaded you will be prompted to sign your documents and upload the required credentials for your state. Keep in mind some Facilities may have additional requirements aside from the state specifics. See below for more information on what your state requires.


Required Documents:

Documents that must be signed in the ShiftMed App before you can start uploading credentials:

  • Training Manual - complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature

  • Company Handbook - complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature


Required Credentials:

Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shifts:


Additional Credentials:

Please note that additional facility specific credentials could be asked of you when attempting to claim a shift. These are NOT required for you to be hired by ShiftMed. These are special requirements that some of our partner facilities require. For more information on Facility Specific Credentials, CLICK HERE.

  • COVID-19 Vaccine - All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination or must complete a Medical or Religious Exemption form in the app.

  • License Certificate - The Professional License Certificate credential in the app is used to contain a document that a state’s licensing body issues after a healthcare professional has met the state requirements and passed a specific licensing exam for a particular professional license type.

  • Flu Shot - some of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season

  • Hepatitis B Vaccination - Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of completing the hepatitis B vaccination series or a titer test.

  • TDAP Vaccine: Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of receiving the Tdap vaccination or completing a titer test.

  • Specialties - some of our partner facilities frequently seek clinical support from healthcare professionals with specialized skills. If you're certified in a specialty area of practice, you want this credential on file with us.


Forms To Complete:

  • WA Background Check Authorization Form

  • WA DSHS Form

  • Arbitration Agreement


Items that ShiftMed will Verify:

  • Active Professional Washington CNA License

  • Criminal Background Check and Fingerprinting through the Washington WATCH

  • Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check


Upload your credentials in the ShiftMed app.


​​If you have any questions, reach out to us in chat by going into the ShiftMed App > Menu > Help Center > Help Articles & Chat > Messages > Send Us A Message!


Washington CNA State Credentialing Checklist

Completed in the ShiftMed App

Completed in the ShiftMed App

ShiftMed Credentialing Team will complete internally

(Not visible in app)

ShiftMed Required Credentials

Additional Credentials

(May be required at specific facilities)

ShiftMed Required Checks

Credentials:

☐ Washington CNA Professional License

☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.)

☐ SSN

Resume

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Consent Forms:

☐ WA Background Check Authorization Form

☐ WA DSHA Form

☐ Training Manual

☐ Company Handbook

☐ Arbitration Agreement

Credentials:

Flu Shot

Covid 19 Vaccine Records/Declination

Background & Registry Checks:

☐ Background Check and fingerprinting through the Washington WATCH

☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check



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