Reciprocity for CNAs is an act of transferring a CNA's certification or license from one state to another state. However, the CNA is required to meet the requirements set by the new state they consider moving to. Every state has its own requirements and laws for the reciprocity of CNA license.
As a ShiftMed CNA you may claim shifts in the state where you hold an active license, but it is important to keep in mind that each state has their own standards, processes, and requirements for job certifications.
If you already have a reciprocity in another state and are looking to change it to another state, or are looking to work in another state as a CNA for the first time, you can look at the information provided below to help you through the process.
This article is meant to give you general information to help you make a decision, ShiftMed cannot help you with the process of obtaining a reciprocity license.
Locate the state you want to transfer to and follow the steps for that specific state or you can contact that state's nursing board to ask for more information.
Fees: $50 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Fill out an online application
Fingerprints Required: Yes, card will be mailed after you submit your application
Phone Number: 602-771-7800
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Mail application and the Verification of Current Nurse Assistant Certification (CDPH 931) form to Attn: Healthcare Workforce Branch (HWB) | PO Box 997416, MS 3301 | Sacramento, CA 95899-7416. You will also need to provide proof of employment by providing a copy of your paystub or your W-2
Fingerprints Required: Yes, there is a $32 fee if you are out of state
Phone Number: 916-558-1784
Fees: $10 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary but you can monitor the status of your application here
Steps: Create an account and follow the instructions for CNA Certification by Endorsement. An Application Specialist will review your application based on the information you supply. If your application is incomplete, you will be contacted via the email address you provided.
Fingerprints Required: Yes, you will also need to complete a background check
Phone Number: 303-894-7800
Use the CNA Endorsement Checklist to help you keep track of what you need to submit
Fees: $55 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: About 3 weeks
Steps: Application is only allowed online and by mail - send to: CT Nurse Aide Program 7941 Corporate Drive Nottingham, MD 21236
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: N/A
Special Note: You would select "Certified in another state route 7" as the route if you are currently active and in good standing on a registry in another state.
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: 30-45 days
Steps: Submit an online application
Fingerprints Required: Yes, fees may vary
Phone Number: 850-488-0595
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: 10 business days
Steps: Application must be downloaded and filled out, send your application to Attn: Nurse Aide Registry, PO Box 105753, Atlanta, GA 30348
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 770-325-2320
Fees: $25 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Submit a paper application and send it to 1840 Innovation Drive, Suite 103, Carbondale, IL 62903
Fingerprints Required: Yes, a fingerprint card will be sent after the completion of your application
Phone Number: N/A
Fees: No fee for a permanent or temporary license (temp license valid for 120 days)
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Obtain an application from Ivy Tech at www.ivytech.edu/cna or contact Ivy Tech at cna_qma_testing@ivytech.edu.
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 1-800-382-9480
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Submit an online application
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 515-281-3255
Special Note: You must take a mandatory 75 hour course for training purposes even through reciprocity
Fees: $20 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Download and email the Interstate Application form and credit card Authorization form and fee to Kimberly.garrett@ks.gov. You can also mail your application to Health Occupations Credentialing, KDADS, 503 S Kansas Topeka KS 66603-3865
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 785-296-4986
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Submit your application through the Kentucky Board of Nursing Nurse Portal
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 800-305-2042
Fees: $35 fee for a permanent license, no fee for a temporary license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary for a permanent license, processing time for a temporary license is about a week
Steps: Submit an online application or mail a paper application to: Prometric, ATTN: LA Nurse Aide Program, 7941 Corporate Drive, Nottingham, MD 21236
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 225-342-9500
Fees: $20 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Usually takes about 45 days
Steps: To begin the application process, you must either call the CNA program at (410) 585-2044, fax a request at (410) 764-8042, or email a request at anitaj.williams@maryland.gov
Fingerprints Required: Yes
Phone Number: 410-585-2044
Fees: No fee for a permanent or temporary license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Submit an application online
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 617-753-8144
Fees: $20 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Submit an application online
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 517-284-8961
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Up to 30 days
Steps: Application must be emailed to health.FPC-NAR@state.mn.us
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 651-215-8705
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Submit an application online
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 573-526-5686
Fees: $50 fee for permanent and temporary license
Processing Times: Usually around 3 weeks but can vary
Steps: Submit an application online
Fingerprints Required: Yes
Phone Number: 888-590-6726
Fees: $30 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Call 1-877-774-4243 to apply for reciprocity
Fingerprints Required: Yes
Phone Number: 1-877-774-4243
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Up to 3 weeks
Steps: Fill out the CNA Reciprocity Form and either mail it to: CNAR Coordinator | Division of Health Improvement | 5300 Homestead Road NE | Suite 300-3116 | Albuquerque, NM 87110, fax it to 505-841-6551, or email it to CNA.Registry@doh.nm.gov
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 1-833-796-8773
Fees: $50 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: 60-90 days
Steps: Obtain an application to be listed on the CNA registry in New York at: https://www.prometric.com/en-us/clients/nurseaide/pages/ny.aspx. Choose Route 2 Reciprocity/CNA from another state.
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 800-805-9128
Fees: $120 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Download and fill out the NURSE AIDE I REGISTRY RECIPROCITY APPLICATION, you can either mail this to: 2709 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-2709 or fax it to: 919-733-9764
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 919-855-3968
Fees: No fee for a permanent or temporary license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Download and fill out the Nurse Aide Reciprocity Form, you can either mail this to: 246 N High Street 3rd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215, fax it to: 614-564-2461, or email it to NAR@odh.ohio.gov
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 616-466-3543
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Up to 30 days
Steps: Submit an application online
Fingerprints Required: Yes, via OKscreen
Phone Number: 404-426-8150
Fees: No fee for a permanent or temporary license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Create a CNA365 account and submit the reciprocity application
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 1-800-852-0518
Fees: No fee for a permanent or temporary license
Processing Times: Up to 15 days
Steps: Create a CNA365 account and submit the reciprocity application
Fingerprints Required: Yes
Phone Number: 1-800-475-8290
Fees: $25 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: About a week
Steps: Submit a TN Reciprocity Form
Fingerprints Required:
Phone Number:
Fees: No fee for a permanent or temporary license
Processing Times: Processing times can vary
Steps: Download and fill out the Request for Entry on the Texas Nurse Aide Registry Through Reciprocity form
Fingerprints Required: Yes
Phone Number: 512-438-2050
Fees: No fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: Between 30 and 45 days
Steps: Submit an application online
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 804-367-4515
Fees: $25 fee for a permanent license
Processing Times: 3-5 business
Steps: Submit and application online
Fingerprints Required: No
Phone Number: 1-888-401-0465