Oregon CNA Registry: Verify a Certification
Verify an Oregon CNA through the Oregon State Board of Nursing, using the official license lookup linked on this page. OSBN certifies nurse aides in Oregon and maintains the registry that records their status. Federal law requires nursing facilities and home health agencies to check this registry before hiring anyone as a nurse aide, so employers in those settings cannot skip this step. If you need help running a search or can't find a result online, call OSBN directly at (971) 673-0685. The registry is the authoritative source for certification status in Oregon, not a private background check company or a facility's own records.
Official Oregon lookup
Run by Oregon State Board of Nursing.
(971) 673-0685
Official link checked 2026-09-01
How to verify in three steps
- 1
Open the official lookup
Use the Oregon lookup linked above. It is free and public.
- 2
Search by name
Enter the aide’s full legal name. If you have it, a certification number narrows the result fastest; some states also ask for city or date of birth.
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Read the status
An active status means the certification is current. Also check for any substantiated finding of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation, which bars employment as an aide.
Oregon registry at a glance
| Run by | Oregon State Board of Nursing |
| Phone | (971) 673-0685 |
| Renewal cycle | Every 24 months (federal baseline) |
| Training required | 105 hours (40 clinical) |
| Federal minimum | 75 hours (16 clinical) |
What the lookup shows
- ✓Certification status (active, expired, or inactive)
- ✓Certification details on file with the registry
- ✓Any substantiated finding of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation (bars employment as an aide)
Oregon note: OSBN certifies CNAs; records in the OSBN license lookup
A registry check is not a criminal background check.
14,800
CNAs working in Oregon
$49,830
Median pay per year ($23.96/hr)
$42,260
National median
105 hrs
Required training (40 clinical)
CNA median pay in Oregon, 2015 to 2025
$29,370 in 2015 to $49,830 in 2025 (BLS OES).
Wages and employment: BLS OES, May 2025.
What you need for a lookup
To search the registry you typically need the person's full legal name, and a date of birth or certification number helps narrow results if the name is common. A successful search shows certification status and basic license details. The registry also records substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of property, and a person with such a finding on record cannot be employed as a nurse aide. The registry is not a full employment or criminal background check, so it should not replace one.
Renewal, lapses, and moving to Oregon
Nurse aide certification generally follows a 24-month renewal cycle under federal rules, though Oregon sets its own specific renewal requirements and deadlines within that cycle. Certification lapses if an aide goes too long without qualifying paid nurse aide work during that period, and a lapsed certification usually means retesting rather than a simple renewal. Aides moving into Oregon from another state also go through the registry, typically through reciprocity or endorsement rather than starting training over. Because exact timelines, forms, and fees are set by OSBN, contact the board directly at (971) 673-0685 or check its website before assuming your status.
CNA work in Oregon, by the numbers
Oregon employed about 14,800 nursing assistants as of BLS May 2025 figures, earning a median wage of $49,830 a year, or $23.96 an hour. That is about $7,570 above the national median of $42,260, making Oregon a relatively strong-paying state for the role. Pay has grown substantially over the past decade, up roughly 69.7% from a median of $29,370 in 2015. Oregon also requires more training than the federal floor: 105 total hours, including 40 hours of clinical practice, compared to the federal minimum of 75 hours with 16 supervised practical hours. Nationally, the Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 196,200 annual openings for nursing assistants, with employment expected to grow about 2.6% from 2025 to 2035, so demand for certified aides remains steady.
Verifying an aide certified in a different state? Every state runs its own registry: find the right one in the state directory.
Common questions
How do I look up a CNA license in Oregon?
Use the Oregon State Board of Nursing's license lookup, linked at the top of this page, and search by the aide's full name. OSBN maintains the state's certification records, and the search result will show current certification status. If you have trouble finding someone or need to confirm a result, call OSBN at (971) 673-0685.
I passed my CNA exam. How long until I appear on the registry?
You're added to the registry after your exam results and required paperwork are processed by the Oregon State Board of Nursing, but there isn't a fixed timeline that applies to everyone. If a reasonable amount of time has passed since you passed and you still don't see your name listed, call OSBN directly at (971) 673-0685 to check on your status.
What if I search and can't find someone?
Not finding a match doesn't mean the person isn't certified. Try searching with name variants, such as a maiden name, a hyphenated last name, or a middle initial, since the registry matches on exact name records. If you still can't find a result you expect to see, confirm the person's status by calling OSBN at (971) 673-0685 rather than assuming they're uncertified.
How often does a Oregon CNA certification need to be renewed?
Nurse aide certification generally renews on a 24-month cycle under federal rules that apply nationwide. Oregon sets the exact renewal requirements, deadlines, and any continuing work requirements within that cycle, so check with the Oregon State Board of Nursing at (971) 673-0685 or its website for the specifics that apply to your certification.
How many hours of training does a CNA need in Oregon?
Oregon requires 105 hours of CNA training, including 40 hours of clinical practice, more than the federal minimum. Federal law sets a floor of 75 hours total, with at least 16 hours of supervised practical training, so Oregon's program goes well beyond what's federally required.
How do I update my name or address on the registry?
Contact the Oregon State Board of Nursing to update your name or address on file, since it holds your certification record. Call (971) 673-0685 or check the board's website for the current process and any documentation needed, such as proof of a legal name change.