Kentucky LPN & RN Credentialing Requirements

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

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 LPN/LNVs 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 Kentucky.

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)

  • ID

  • I-9

  • CPR

  • Resume - recommended but not required

  • COVID-19 Vaccine - All HCPs must have either a COVID-19 Vaccination, Medical Exemption or Religious Exemption.

  • 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)


Forms To Complete:

  • Training Manual - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature

  • Company Handbook - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature

  • Kentucky Disclosure - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature

  • Kentucky Pre Screening Form - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature

  • Kentucky OIG Waiver - complete directly within the app using the tab to sign feature


Items that ShiftMed will Verify:

  • Fingerprint-based Background Check through the KARES System

  • Active Professional Kentucky LPN or RN License

  • Clear record on all KY Required Registry Checks

  • 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!

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