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 Colorado.
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.
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 Agreement Form
CO VECHS Waiver and Notices: Complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature.
CO CAPs Check Consent Form: Complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature.
Arbitration Agreement
Required Credentials:
Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shifts:
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)
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.
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.
Resume: Can be uploaded or completed directly in the app using our Resume Builder.
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.
MMR: Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of MMR vaccination or a titer test.
Flu Shot: Some of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season.
Varicella: Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of completing the Varicella vaccination or a positive 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.
Skills Self Evaluation: Some of our partner facilities may be require you to submit a self-evaluation of your nursing skills.
N95 Mask Fit: Some of our partner facilities require a MFT to assess whether you are at risk of harm from wearing a respirator based on your health history and conditions.
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.
Crisis Prevention Training (CPI): Some ShiftMed facility partners require CPI Training certification.
Diploma
NIH Stroke Scale Course: The NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) is a critical component of acute stroke assessment and may be required for certain Specialties.
Online Learning Certification - We have partnered with some of our Acute Health Systems to provide learning modules for our RNs, CNAs, and RTs. These modules vary based on specialty, location, and previous experience with the facility. You must complete these modules to be able to claim shifts at the facility.
Skills Assessment: This checklist is an essential part of our commitment to compliance and auditing with SSM Health.
TNCC: The Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) equips emergency nurses with essential trauma knowledge and skills to provide life-saving care.
CPR: Some of our partner facilities require specific specialized caregivers hold multiple different types of CPR Certifications.
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active LPN/RN Colorado Professional License
Colorado Background Check and Fingerprinting - CBI results document combined with FBI civil applicant document
Verification in the CO CAPS Check Registry System
Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check
SAM - Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check
Upload your credentials in the ShiftMed app.
Colorado 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: ☐ Colorado LPN, RN Professional License ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ TB Test (PPD, Blood Test or Chest X-Ray) ☐ Form I9
Consent Forms: ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ CO VECHS Waiver and Notices ☐ CO CAPs check Consent Form ☐ Arbitration Agreement | Credentials: ☐ Resume ☐ MMR ☐ Flu Shot ☐ Diploma ☐ TNCC ☐ CPR | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Colorado Background Check - CBI results document combined with FBI civil applicant document ☐ Verification in the CO CAPS Check Registry System ☐ Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check ☐ Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check |
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