The Oregon State Board of Nursing protects the public through regulatory excellence and promoting the wellness of nursing professionals.

How to Apply for a License or Certificate

Interested in applying for an Oregon nursing license or nursing assistant certificate? Please review the how-to directions below for the license type you need before proceeding to the licensing portal.

How to apply for a LPN or RN license by endorsement (for nurses who are licensed in another state or US jurisdiction.)
How to apply for an advanced practice registered nurse (APRN) license.
How to apply for a CNA exam and certificate.
How to apply for a CNA by endorsement (for those who have a CNA certificate in another state or US jurisdiction).
How to apply to retake the CNA exam.

When you're ready to apply, visit our online licensing portal.

To learn more about our fingerprint requirements, click here.