Compliance Requirements

Work Experience

Additional Certifications

Work Experience

You will need at least one year of experience in your specialty before you can become a Travel Nurse. Some hospitals require two years of experience, others may require previous Travel Nursing experience. An SHCP Recruiter can help guide you through your options.

State License

Additional Certifications

Work Experience

Our Compliance Team can help you navigate the licensure process in any state. We have developed relationships with some of the best hospitals nationwide, so no matter where you want to go on your next assignment, SHCP can get you there.

Additional Certifications

Depending on your specialty of choice, you may need additional certifications. Your dedicated Compliance Coordinator can help you get recertified, and often times SHCP will cover any upfront costs.

Additional Requirements

Medical Documents

Drug Screen and Background Check

Before starting a new Travel Assignment with SHCP you will need a physical, proof of a current TB test and specific immunizations. Our Compliance Team and Lab Concierge service will streamline the process and make it easy and convenient for you.

Drug Screen and Background Check

You'll also need to complete a drug test and a background check in order to begin working. But again, our team of credentialing experts will handle everything. We'll work around your schedule to make sure we have everything we need to get you started.

Additional Documentation

Drug Screen and Background Check

Additional Documentation

The items mentioned on this page are the most commonly required, but there may be other documents needed depending on the hospital or state. Your SHCP support team will give you all the information necessary ahead of time and keep you updated on any important deadlines.

Compliance Requirements

Work Experience

Additional Certifications

Work Experience

State License

Additional Certifications

Work Experience

Additional Certifications

Additional Certifications

Additional Certifications

Additional Requirements

Medical Documents

Drug Screen and Background Check

Drug Screen and Background Check

Drug Screen and Background Check

Drug Screen and Background Check

Drug Screen and Background Check

Additional Documentation

Drug Screen and Background Check

Additional Documentation

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