Louisiana LPN & RN Credentialing Requirements

What credentials do I need to work as an LPN or RN in Louisiana?

Lara Freiberger avatar
Written by Lara Freiberger
Updated over a week ago

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 Louisiana.

Required Credentials:

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

  • Louisiana Professional License

  • ID

  • SSN entered in app

  • I-9

  • Resume - recommended but not required

  • 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

  • Annual Physical

  • 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


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 SSN, 1-9, Professional License and ID.


Items that ShiftMed will Verify:

  • Background Check completed through Checkr

  • Active Professional Louisiana LPN or RN License

  • Clear record on the National Sex Offender Registry Check

  • Clear record on the Louisiana State Adverse Actions List Search

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


Please NOTE: To claim shifts in your area, you may be prompted to submit the following additional documents in the app. Please visit the My Credentials tab to upload this information. The sooner you add, the faster you can claim shifts. TB Test, Physical, COVID-19 Vaccine, CPR

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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