To ensure a smooth transition as you consider working as a travel CNA in Nevada or moving to Nevada, understanding CNA reciprocity in the state is crucial. This process allows you to transfer your out-of-state CNA license to Nevada seamlessly. In the following, we’ll explain the specific requirements and steps for an out-of-state CNA license transfer to Nevada, enabling you to navigate the license reciprocity process with ease.
Transferring your license to Nevada using reciprocity requires you to already have a CNA license in another state. If you’re looking to register your first CNA certification on the Nevada Registry, read our page about how to get on the Nevada CNA Registry.
CNA license reciprocity in Nevada
Fees
Amount: $50
Details: Application fees (excl. fingerprint fees)
Fingerprint
Yes, a permanent CNA certificate will not be issued until the Board receives fingerprint reports from the Nevada Department of Public Safety and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (may take up to four months).
Application
Online Application: Yes, you can apply through the Nevada Nurse Portal.
Form: No
How to
Submit the application
In the following, the necessary steps to submit your complete application are laid out. The complete how-to guide can be found here.
- Complete online application on Nevada Nurse Portal and pay the $50 fee. You must read and understand the following PRIOR to submitting your application: CNA Skills Guidelines and CNA Hours of Employment for Renewal Advisory Opinion.
- You must submit a copy of your active certificate/license in another state.
- You must submit a copy of your certificate of successful completion of a state-approved training program that meets current OBRA requirements, or a transcript showing the completion of “nursing fundamentals.”
- You must submit proof of eight hours of employment as a CNA in a licensed medical facility within the past two years (eg paycheck stub, W-2 form, or a letter from your employer).
- You must submit endorsement form(s) from the first state you were licensed/certified as a CNA.
- You must submit your fingerprints.
Note: Nevada does not mail certification cards. You must check to see if your certificate has been issued and note its expiration date by visiting the license/certification verification section on https://nevadanursingboard.org/. Your application for certification is valid for one year from the date received by the Board. It is your responsibility to follow up with the Board to determine the ongoing status of your application.
Temporary certificate: After all documents are submitted, reviewed, and evaluated, if you are eligible for a temporary certificate, one will be issued for a validity of six months only and cannot be renewed. If you obtain a temporary certificate, but do not complete the certification process, you will not be eligible for another temporary certificate. In order to determine if you are eligible for a temporary certificate you must submit at minimum, the application and proof that you have practiced 8 hours as a CNA within the previous 2 years and an active CNA certificate.
Employer input required?
Yes, can be required to show proof of eight hours of employment as a CNA in a licensed medical facility within the past two years.
Current state input required?
Yes, endorsement form(s) from the first state you were licensed/certified as a CNA.
Methods of filing
Online application: Yes, via the Nevada Nurse Portal
Email: No
Fax: No
Mail: No
Processing time: 30 days
Support contact
Phone: (888) 590-6726
Email: nursingboard@nsbn.state.nv.us
Official website
Information last updated in
November 2024
Related links
- Not sure if this is the right state? Check out other states here.
- Don’t know what it takes to become a travel CNA? Check out our guide here.
- Looking for CNA travel agencies? Check out a list of agencies here.
- Overwhelmed by the choice and looking to get contacted with an offer? Apply here.