Oregon CNA Registry
Verify your certification status, check expiration dates, and find renewal information through the official Oregon Nurse Aide Registry.
Visit Official Registry2 years
Renewal Period
At least 8 hours of paid nursing-related work during the prior 24 months
Work Requirement
Yes
Accepts Reciprocity
Free
Online Lookup
How to Look Up Your Oregon CNA License
Open the OSBN License Lookup
Go to osbn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup in any browser. This is the official Oregon State Board of Nursing license verification system and is updated in real time as OSBN processes applications, renewals, and disciplinary actions.
Search by name, license number, or city
Choose 'Certified Nursing Assistant' as the license type and enter the CNA's name, license number, or city. Partial-name searches are supported. You can also filter by license status (Active, Expired, Disciplined).
Review status, expiration, and any discipline
The result shows the CNA's full name, certificate number, current status, original issue date, expiration date, and any public disciplinary actions or restrictions. Post-July 2025, results show one consolidated CNA credential rather than separate CNA 1 and CNA 2 listings.
Request primary source verification for employer files
For official primary source verification (PSV) required by certain employers or out-of-state licensing boards, submit a request through the OSBN website at oregon.gov/osbn/pages/primary_source_verification.aspx or call (971) 673-0685 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
About the Oregon Nurse Aide Registry
The Oregon Nurse Aide Registry is maintained by the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN), the same board that licenses RNs and LPNs. OSBN approves every CNA training program, processes every application through the Oregon Nurse Portal at osbn.boardsofnursing.org/orbn, and posts the registry status of every certified CNA in Oregon. Testing services that feed the registry are contracted to D&SDT-Headmaster.
Effective July 1, 2025, OSBN consolidated the former CNA 1 (basic long-term care) and CNA 2 (advanced acute care) tiers into a single unified Certified Nursing Assistant credential. New applicants now complete one 155-hour pathway and existing CNA 1 and CNA 2 license holders were migrated to the unified credential, simplifying registry verification for hospital and long-term care employers alike.
Public verification is free and available 24/7 at osbn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup, where employers and the public can confirm a CNA's name, certificate number, current status, expiration date, and any disciplinary history. OSBN's primary source verification service is available for out-of-state employers and licensing boards that require official written confirmation.
Contact Information
Official Website
https://www.oregon.gov/osbn/pages/index.aspxPhone Number
(971) 673-0685Mailing Address
Oregon State Board of Nursing\n17938 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd, Suite 100\nPortland, OR 97224
Hours of Operation
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Oregon CNA Testing Information
Testing Vendor
Oregon uses D&SDT-Headmaster to administer the nurse aide competency evaluation. The exam consists of a written (or oral) knowledge test and a skills demonstration.
Visit D&SDT-HeadmasterTraining Requirements
Oregon requires 155 hours, including 75 hours of supervised clinical practice. Training programs must be approved by the state.
Find Oregon CNA ClassesOregon CNA Renewal Requirements
Renewal Period
Oregon CNA certification is valid for 2 years from the date of initial certification or last renewal.
Work Requirement
You must perform at least At least 8 hours of paid nursing-related work during the prior 24 months during your certification period to be eligible for renewal.
Employer Verification
Your employer verifies your work hours directly through the registry system. Keep your contact information current with your employer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I verify an Oregon CNA license?
Use the OSBN License Lookup at osbn.boardsofnursing.org/licenselookup. Search by name, license number, or city. The result shows the CNA's certificate number, status (active, expired, lapsed, suspended), original issue date, expiration date, and any disciplinary action. The lookup is free and updated in real time as OSBN processes applications and renewals.
What changed in the Oregon CNA Registry on July 1, 2025?
OSBN consolidated the former CNA 1 and CNA 2 tiers into a single unified Certified Nursing Assistant credential effective July 1, 2025. New applicants now follow one 155-hour pathway, and existing CNA 1 and CNA 2 license holders transitioned to the unified credential. The OSBN license lookup now displays one CNA status rather than two, simplifying employer verification.
How often must Oregon CNAs renew?
Every 24 months through the Oregon Nurse Portal at osbn.boardsofnursing.org/orbn. Renewal requires documentation of at least 8 hours of paid nursing-related work during the prior 24-month cycle and payment of the OSBN renewal fee. Renewals filed late or without sufficient work hours may require additional steps to reinstate Active status on the registry.
Does Oregon accept out-of-state CNA reciprocity?
Yes. OSBN accepts applications by endorsement from CNAs in good standing on another state's nurse aide registry. You must submit the CNA application through the Oregon Nurse Portal, complete a Fieldprint fingerprint-based background check, and have your home-state registry send verification directly to OSBN. If your training did not include at least 155 hours, OSBN may require additional coursework.
What does OSBN's primary source verification service do?
OSBN's primary source verification (PSV) provides employers, other state boards, and federal agencies with official written confirmation of a CNA's status, including license history, expiration, and any disciplinary action. PSV is the legally accepted form of verification for many employers and is requested through the OSBN website. The OSBN license lookup is also considered primary source for most employer uses.
How do I contact the Oregon State Board of Nursing for CNA registry questions?
Call OSBN at (971) 673-0685 or email [email protected]. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time. The OSBN office is located at 17938 SW Upper Boones Ferry Rd, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97224. Headmaster testing questions go to (800) 393-8664.
Oregon CNA Refresher Topics
Whether you are preparing to renew your Oregon certification, brushing up before returning to work, or studying for the Oregon Nurse Aide Registry reinstatement exam, these free guides cover the topics most commonly tested:
Patient Rights & HIPAA
OBRA '87 resident rights, mandatory reporting, advance directives — essential for any Oregon CNA returning to active status.
Infection Control
Standard precautions, PPE protocols, and transmission-based precautions for Oregon nurse aides working with vulnerable residents.
Safety & Emergencies
Fall prevention, RACE/PASS fire response, choking, and CPR — heavily tested on Oregon CNA reinstatement exams.
Personal Care & Elimination
Bathing, peri-care, toileting, and incontinence management procedures used daily by Oregon CNAs in long-term care.
Dementia & Cognitive Care
Validation therapy, sundowning, and de-escalation techniques for working with cognitively impaired residents in Oregon.
Body Systems & Conditions
Recognizing strokes (FAST), hypoglycemia, pressure injuries, and CHF — essential clinical knowledge for active Oregon CNAs.
Legal & Ethical Issues
Scope of practice, negligence, mandatory reporting, and professional boundaries — review essentials for any Oregon CNA renewing certification.
Communication & SBAR
SBAR handoff, therapeutic responses, and adaptations for hearing- or vision-impaired residents — practical refreshers for Oregon CNAs.
Data Collection & Reporting
Objective vs subjective documentation, pain scales, and what to report immediately — refresh the rules used daily by Oregon CNAs.
End-of-Life Care
Hospice vs palliative care, recognizing signs of approaching death, and postmortem care — for Oregon CNAs in long-term care settings.
Becoming a CNA in Oregon?
See the step-by-step requirements to become a CNA in Oregon, find approved training programs, or access free study materials.