Oregon State Board of Nursing
The agency that licenses and disciplines nurses in Oregon — how to reach it, what it charges, and what it requires to keep a licence active.
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What this board regulates
Every nursing credential issued in Oregon, with what it costs to get and what it takes to keep. Initial cost totals application, examination, and fingerprinting fees.
| Credential | Initial cost | Renewal | CE hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| CNA Certified Nursing Assistant | $274 | $60
every 2 yrs | — |
| LPN/LVN Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse | $470 | $180
every 2 yrs | 3 |
| RN Registered Nurse | $510 | $245
every 2 yrs | 3 |
| NP Nurse Practitioner | $250 | $205
every 2 yrs | None |
| CNM Certified Nurse-Midwife | $250 | $205
every 2 yrs | None |
| CNS Clinical Nurse Specialist | $250 | $205
every 2 yrs | None |
| CRNA Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist | $250 | $155
every 2 yrs | None |
Multistate practice
Oregon is not an NLC member. A licence from this board is valid only in Oregon; practising elsewhere means applying by endorsement in that state.
Oregon is NOT a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Multiple legislative attempts have been made (HB 2335 failed June 2021, SB 966 introduced January 2025) but none have been enacted. You must obtain a separate Oregon license to practice in this state.
Frequently asked questions
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Clinically reviewed by Clinical Review Team
Based on 9 official sources • Last verified: June 2026