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TX - Texas LPN/LVN & RN Credentialing Requirements

What credentials do I need to work as an LPN or RN in Texas?

Lara Freiberger avatar
Written by Lara Freiberger
Updated over a month ago

Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for LPN/LNVs or RNs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in Texas.


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 (6+ months of experience + Nursey License + Employment Check Results)

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

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

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

  • TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form


Required Credentials:

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

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


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.

  • 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.

  • Annual Physical Exam (completed within the last year)- some of our partner facilities may require this credential before claiming a shift

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

  • Get 2 References - there are a few partner facilities that require verified references before claiming a shift - please enter mobile numbers for your references

  • MMR - some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift

  • Varicella - some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift

  • 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:

  • Complete CheckR consent to start a Criminal Background Check - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature once you have uploaded your TB Test, and ID.


Items that ShiftMed will Verify:

  • Active Professional Texas LPN/LVN or RN License

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

  • Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check

  • Valid status on the Texas Employability Status Check Search


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!


Texas LPN/RN 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:

☐ Texas LPN or RN Professional License (6+ months of experience + Nursey License)

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

☐ SSN

TB Test (PPD, Blood Test or Chest X-Ray)

Resume

CPR

Covid 19 Vaccine Records/Declination

Consent Forms:

☐ CheckR Consent to start Background Check

☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form

☐ Training Manual

☐ Company Handbook

Credentials:

MMR (Vaccine or Titer)

Varicella (Vaccine or Titer)

Background & Registry Checks:

☐ Texas Employability Status Check Search

☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check

☐ System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check

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