Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for LPN/LVNs and RNs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in California.
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 California.
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 Checkr Consent Form to start a Criminal Background Check: Complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature once you have uploaded your Annual Physical, TB Test, and ID.
CA Meal Period Policy and Rest Break Policy: Complete directly within the app using the tap to sign feature.
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 (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.
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.
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.
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.
IV Therapy Certificate: Some ShiftMed facility partners in California and Florida require healthcare professionals to show proof of IV Therapy Certification. (LPN/LVN Specific)
References: Please enter mobile numbers for your references.
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.
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 Specific)
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active Professional California LPN/LVN, RN License (must have at least 6 months experience)
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!
California LPN/LVN/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: ☐ California LPN/LVN or RN Professional License ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ TB Test ☐ Form I9 ☐ Resume ☐ CPR
Consent Forms: ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ CA Meal Period Policy Acknowledgement | Credentials: ☐ MMR ☐ Flu Shot ☐ IV Therapy Certificate (LPN/LVN Specific) ☐ Skills Self Evaluation (RN Specific) | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check ☐ Clear record on the System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check |