Connecticut CNA Credentialing Requirements

What credentials do I need to work as a CNA in Connecticut?

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Written by Shiftmed Care Team Leadership
Updated over a week ago

Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for CNAs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in this area.

Please NOTE that you must have a Professional License or Certification through the state of Connecticut.

Required Credentials:

Documents that must be uploaded into the ShiftMed App before you can start claiming shift:

  • 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)

  • ID

  • Social Security Number - used to be able to process your background check

  • I-9

  • COVID-19 Vaccine - All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination or must complete a Medical or Religious Exemption form in the app.

  • 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


Additional Credentials:

Please note that these are NOT required for you to be hired by ShiftMed. These are special requirements that some of our partner facilities require:

  • COVID-19 Test - upload your most current negative COVID-19 test result (Please note that partner facilities with the clipboard symbol in-front of their name in the app - may have COVID-19 testing at their facility)

  • Health Insurance Card - to have on file for the COVID-19 Vaccine

  • Get 2 References - please enter their mobile number into the app

  • Flu Shot - about 50% of our partner facilities in the area do require a flu shot during flu season

  • Physical (completed within the last year)


Forms To Complete:

  • If you have an out of state CNA license click here to apply for reciprocity to work in the state of Connecticut without taking a new examination.


Items that ShiftMed will Verify:

  • Active CNA on the Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry

  • Criminal Background Check (completed within the last year)

  • Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check

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!

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