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 New Mexico.
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.
NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of New Mexico.
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 Documents:
Documents 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
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 sometime in the past) or Chest X-Ray (completed within the last 5 years)
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.
References - Although ShiftMed considers references a pro credential, there are some states where this document is required based on location and years of experience to be eligible for employment.
MMR - Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of MMR vaccination or a titer test
Varicella - Some ShiftMed facility partners require healthcare professionals to show proof of completing the Varicella vaccination or a positive titer test
COVID-19 Vaccine - All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination 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.
Annual Physical Exam - some of our partner facilities may require this credential before claiming a shift
Flu Shot - some of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season
N95 Mask Fit - Some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift
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.
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.
EKG Assessment (RN Specific)
NIH Stroke Scale Course (RN Specific)
TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Care) (RN Specific)
Forms To Complete:
Complete Checkr consent to start a Criminal Background Check - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature once you have uploaded your Physical, TB Test and ID - Under My Credentials scroll to Background Check - it will be listed as Missing - select - and then complete the consent form in the app
New Mexico Registry Check Authorization
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active Professional New Mexico LPN/RN License
New Mexico Consolidated Online Employee Abuse Registry Check (COR)
New Mexico Registry Check - (COR) Employee Abuse Registry Check ResultsClear 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!
New Mexico 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: ☐ New Mexico LPN/RN Professional License (6+ months of experience) ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ Form I9 ☐ CPR ☐ TB Test (PPD, Blood Test or Chest X-Ray) ☐ Resume ☐ MMR (Vaccine or Titer) ☐ Varicella (Vaccine or Titer)
Consent Forms: ☐ Checkr Consent to start Background Check ☐ NM Registry Check Authorization ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form | Credentials: ☐ Flu Shot ☐ EKG Assessment (RN Specific) ☐ NIH Stroke Scale Course (RN Specific) ☐ TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Care) - (RN Specific) | Background & Registry Checks: ☐ NM Registry Check - COR and COR Results ☐ Office of Inspector General (OIG) Check ☐ System for Award Management (SAM) Exclusion Check |