Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for LPNs or RNs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in Iowa.
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 that you must have a Professional License through the state of Iowa.
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: Complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature.
Iowa Criminal History Record Authorization Form: Complete directly within the app using the tab to sign.
Iowa Abuse Check Authorization form: Complete directly within the app using the tab to sign.
Required Credentials:
Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shifts:
Annual Physical Exam: Completed within the last year.
1-step PPD, 2-step PPD or TB Blood Test (completed within the last year) or Chest X-Ray (Disclaimer: Chest x-ray is only accepted if you have a previous positive TB test)
Disclaimer: 1-step PPD is the minimum testing requirement, however specific facilities may have additional TB testing requirements at their discretion.
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.
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: 2 dose vaccination series or titer.
Flu Shot: Some of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season.
Varicella: 2 dose vaccination series or titer.
Resume: Can be uploaded or completed directly in the app using our Resume Builder.
References: Please enter their mobile number into the app.
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.
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active Professional Iowa LPN or RN License
Criminal Background Check through the state of Iowa (SING)
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!
Iowa 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: ☐ Iowa LPN or RN Professional License (6+ months experience) ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ Form I9 ☐ TB Test
Consent Forms: ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ IA Abuse check authorization ☐ IA criminal history record information form | Credentials: ☐ MMR ☐ Flu Shot ☐ Resume | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check ☐ Criminal Background Check through the state of Iowa (SING) ☐ Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check |