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

CNA 1 & 2 Consolidation

One Level of CNA in Oregon: As of July 1, 2025, after almost three years of public process work and input from employers, CNAs, and educators, the CNA1 and 2 designations have been retired and there is one level of CNA in Oregon.

Please review the Consolidation Q&A and the Timeline as well as the educational information and administrative rules below to learn more about the recent change and the new list of CNA authorized duties.

Consolidation Q & A--List of most asked questions and answers
Consolidation Timeline--Basic timeline of the path to one CNA level.
Consolidation Fact Sheet--Quick overview of consolidation efforts.

Rules

Current Rules (effective 7-1-25)

Education

Lunch and Learn presentations

March 13, 2025
October 2, 2024
August 28, 2024 (no recording)

Sentinel articles

Rule Advisory Committee (RAC) Minutes