Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for LPNs and RNs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in North Carolina.
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 (with 6+ months of experience)
You can upload multiple Professional Licenses and any Specialties if applicable.
NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of North Caolina.
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
Arbitration Agreement
Required Credentials:
Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shifts:
2-step PPD, 1-step PPD or TB Blood Test (completed within the last year) or Chest X-Ray (completed within the last 5 years) **You will have more facility options if you have a 2-step PPD vs a 1-step PPD.
Get 2 References - please enter mobile numbers for your references
Unlock Credentials:
Please note that specific facility 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.
Background Check: Complete Checkr Consent Form to start a Criminal Background Check. Background Check authorization will prompt once individuals attempt to claim a shift at a facility within the ShiftMed app.
Complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature.
Flu Shot - there are a few partner facilities in the area that require a flu shot during flu season before claiming a shift
Annual Physical Exam (completed within the last year) - some of our partner facilities may require this credential before claiming a shift
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
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.
Hepatitis B Vaccine: 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
Drug Screen - this is required at some facilities, and you will be notified when you try to claim a shift if the facility requires one. If you would like a drug screen to be scheduled, please reach out to us in chat by going into the ShiftMed App > Menu > Help Center > Help Articles & Chat > Messages > Send Us A Message!
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active Professional North Carolina LPN 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
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
North Carolina 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 | Unlock Credentials (May be required at specific facilities) |
ShiftMed Required Checks |
Credentials: ☐ North Carolina LPN or RN Professional License (6+ months of experience) ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ TB Test (PPD, Blood Test or Chest X-Ray) ☐ Form I9 ☐ CPR
Consent Forms: ☐ CheckR Consent Form (prompted to complete once a Healthcare Professional attempts to claim a shift at a NC facility) ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ Arbitration Agreement | Credentials: ☐ MMR (Vaccine or Titer) ☐ Varicella (Vaccine or Titer) ☐ Flu Shot ☐ Resume ☐ Drug Screen ☐ Covid 19 Vaccine Records/Declination | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check ☐ System for Award Management (SAM) Check |