Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for CNAs 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
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
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.
COVID-19 Vaccine - All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination or must complete a Medical or Religious Exemption form in the app.
Get 2 References - please enter mobile numbers for your references
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.
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 - 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.
Forms To Complete:
Complete North Carolina Background Check Authorization - 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 NC CNA License
Depending on your NC residency the following Background Check will be conducted:
Name-Based Criminal Record Background Check: For applicants that have been a resident of NC for 5+ years - a name-based Criminal Record Background Check will be completed through the NC Department of Health and Human Services.
Fingerprint-Based Background Check: For applicants that have not been a resident of NC for at least 5 years - a Fingerprint-Based Background Check will be required through the NC Department of Health and Human Services.
For CNAs working in North Carolina a Background Check that involves submitting fingerprints to the National Background Information is required.
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!
North Carolina 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: ☐ North Carolina CNA Professional License ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ TB Test (PPD, Blood Test or Chest X-Ray) ☐ Form I9 ☐ Covid 19 Vaccine Records/Declination
Consent Forms: ☐ NC Background Check Consent ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook | Credentials: ☐ MMR (Vaccine or Titer) ☐ Varicella (Vaccine or Titer) ☐ Flu Shot ☐ Resume | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check |