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 this area.
Please NOTE that you must have a Professional License through the state of Connecticut.
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 - a 1-step PPD is the minimum testing requirement, however specific facilities may have additional TB testing requirements at their discretion.
ID
I-9
CPR
Resume - recommended but not required
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 Screening - 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 - there are a few partner facilities that require verified references before claiming a shift - please enter mobile numbers for your references
MMR - some of our partner facilities 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
Varicella - some of our partner facilities require this credential before claiming a shift
Physical (completed within the last year)
Drug Screen - this is required at some facilities and you will notified when you try to claim a shift if the facility requires one. If you would like a drug screen to be scheduled, reach out to us in chat by going into the ShiftMed App > Menu > Help Center > Help Articles & Chat > Messages > Send Us A Message!
Forms To Complete:
Completed CheckR consent to start a Criminal Background Check - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature once you have uploaded your TB Test and ID.
Items that ShiftMed will Verify:
Criminal Background Check (completed within the last year)
Active Professional Connecticut LPN or RN License
Clear record on SAM registry check
Clear record on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Check
Upload your credentials in the ShiftMed app.
Questions?
If you have any questions, contact us by using our chat option in the app. This can be found by selecting the hamburger menu in the lower right-hand corner and selecting "Help Center" and then the "Chat & Help Articles" option.