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MO - Missouri LPN & RN Credentialing Requirements

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

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Written by Erica Rodriguez
Updated this week

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 Missouri.


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 Experience)

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

Please Note: You must be professionally licensed to practice in this State.


Required Forms

Forms 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.

  • SSM Floating Guidelines Agreement (RN only dependent on facility)

  • Arbitration Agreement


Required Credentials

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


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.

  • Annual Physical Exam: Completed within the last year.

  • Specialties: Some of our partner facilities frequently seek clinical support from healthcare professionals with specialized

  • 1-step PPD, 2-step PPD or TB Blood Test: PPD must be completed within the last year. Chest X-Ray must be completed within the last 5 years

  • COVID-19 Vaccine: Some partner facilities will require either a COVID-19 Vaccination (1 or 2 doses) or a Booster.

  • 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.

  • TDAP: : Some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift.

  • Flu Shot: Some of our partner facilities require this credential during flu season.

  • Resume: Some of our partner facilities may require this credential before claiming a shift.

  • References: Some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift. Add your references directly in the app.

  • 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.

  • Skills Self Evaluation: Complete directly within in the app.

  • N95 Mask Fit: Some of our partner facilities may require this credential before claiming a shift.


Items that ShiftMed will Verify:


Upload your credentials in the ShiftMed app.


Missouri 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:

☐ Missouri LPN or RN Professional License (6+ Months Experience)

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

☐ SSN

Consent Forms:

☐ Training Manual

☐ Company Handbook

CheckR Consent Form

☐ SSM Floating Guidelines Agreement (RN only dependent on facility)

☐ Arbitration Agreement

Credentials:

MMR

TDAP

Resume

Background & Registry Checks:

☐ Background Check through Checkr

☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check

☐ Employee Disqualification List Check

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


Questions?

If you have any questions, reach out to us in chat by going into the ShiftMed App > Menu > Help Center > Chat & Help Articles > Ask a Question!

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