Thank you for your interest in ShiftMed. Here is a Checklist of requirements for CNAs that are interested in working through ShiftMed in Connecticut.
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
You can upload multiple Professional Licenses and any Specialties, if applicable.
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.
Please NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of Connecticut
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 to start a Criminal Background Check: Complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature.
Connecticut Consent and Disclosure Form
Connecticut Fingerprinting Authorization 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 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.
MMR: 2 dose vaccination series or titer.
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.
References: Please enter mobile numbers for your references.
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.
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.
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Active CNA on the Connecticut Nurse Aide Registry
Criminal Background Check through Checkr
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!
Connecticut CNA 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: ☐ Connecticut CNA Professional License ☐ Proof of Identification (State ID, DL, Passport, etc.) ☐ SSN ☐ Form I9
Consent Forms: ☐ TB Baseline Risk Agreement Form ☐ Training Manual ☐ Company Handbook ☐ Checkr Consent Form ☐ Connecticut Fingerprinting Authorization Form ☐ Connecticut Consent and Disclosure Form | Credentials: ☐ Flu Shot
| Background & Registry Checks: ☐ Criminal Background Check through Checkr ☐ Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check |