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 Minnesota.
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)
You can upload multiple Professional Licenses and any Specialties, if applicable.
Please NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of Minnesota.
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 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.
TB Baseline Risk Screening
Required Credentials:
Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shifts:
References: Please enter mobile numbers for your references.
1-step PPD, 2-step PPD or TB Blood Test (completed within the last year) or Chest X-Ray (completed within the last 5 years)
Disclaimer: 1-step PPD is the minimum testing requirement, however specific facilities may have additional TB testing requirements at their discretion.
Resume: Can be uploaded or completed directly in the app using our Resume Builder.
Annual Physical Exam: Completed within the last year.
MMR: 2 dose vaccination series or titer.
Hepatitis B: 3 dose vaccination series or titer.
Varicella: 2 dose vaccination series or titer.
COVID-19 Vaccine: All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination (1-2 doses or booster) 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.
Flu Shot: Some of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season.
TDAP: Vaccine record (valid for 10 years) or titer.
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. (RN Only)
Crisis Prevention Training: CPI Training provides the de-escalation techniques and behavior management strategies needed to create a culture of safety within a variety of different environments.
NIH Stroke Scale Course
Advanced CPR: Some acute hospitals require specific specialized caregivers hold multiple different types of CPR certifications to ensure they are able to care for all types of patients that may come to their specific department.
Check out this article for more information.
TNCC: The Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) equips emergency nurses with essential trauma knowledge and skills to provide life-saving care.
This may be required for certain Specialties.
Skills Assessment: This checklist is an essential part of our commitment to compliance and auditing with SSM Health.
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active Professional Minnesota LPN or RN License
Sexual Predator Checks - MN Registry Check
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!
Minnesota 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: ☐ Minnesota LPN or RN Professional License (6+ months experience) ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ CPR ☐ Form I9 ☐ TB Test ☐ Resume ☐ MMR
Consent Forms: ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ TB Baseline Risk Screening | Credentials: ☐ Flu Shot ☐ TNCC (RN only) ☐ TDAP ☐ NIH Stroke Scale Course ☐ Skills Assessment: | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Sexual Predator Checks ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check ☐ Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check |