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Ohio Board of Nursing

Nursing & CNA Fingerprinting Near Whitehall, OH

Before the Ohio Board of Nursing will approve your RN, LPN, or CNA application, they require a criminal background check via fingerprints submitted to both Ohio BCI and the FBI. We process nursing fingerprints for applicants from Whitehall every week — using the correct Ohio Board of Nursing ORI so your results route directly to the Board without you having to chase paperwork.

Serving Whitehall, Franklin County · 6 miles from our Morse Rd office (~13 min drive)

Walk-Ins Welcome

No appointment needed

15–20 Minutes

Quick professional service

3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15

Columbus, OH 43231

Nursing & CNA Fingerprinting for Whitehall Residents

Whitehall healthcare workers serve patients across Franklin County through hospitals, clinics, home health agencies, and long-term care facilities. Each healthcare employer uses a specific Ohio BCI ORI for background checks — bring yours and we'll route the submission correctly.

Who Needs Nursing & CNA Fingerprinting?

RN and LPN license applicants (first-time and endorsement)

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) registering in Ohio

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) applicants

Nurses reinstating a lapsed Ohio license

Out-of-state nurses applying for Ohio endorsement

Nursing students completing clinical placement requirements

Legal Requirements

ORC 4723.091 requires all applicants for nursing licensure to submit fingerprints to the Ohio BCI and FBI using the Ohio Board of Nursing ORI. The Board reviews the results and may deny licensure for crimes involving moral turpitude, patient abuse, drug diversion, or felony offenses within the preceding 10 years. CNAs registering with the Nurse Aide Registry have separate requirements under ORC 3721.121.

What to Expect

Bring a valid photo ID and your Ohio Board of Nursing ORI number. We will confirm the correct ORI code if you're unsure. Electronic fingerprint capture takes about 10 minutes. Results are transmitted directly to the Board — you don't need to pick up or mail anything.

Turnaround

BCI results: 2–5 business days. FBI results: 7–21 business days. Both go to Ohio Board of Nursing.

Cost

BCI + FBI nursing check: $67. BCI only (if FBI waiver applies): $42.

Getting to Our Office from Whitehall

Distance

6 miles

Drive Time

~13 minutes

From

Columbus Metro

From Whitehall, head toward Columbus and exit onto Morse Rd. Our office is at 3185 Morse Rd, Suite 15 — between Cleveland Ave and I-71, on the north side of Columbus. Free parking on-site, walk-ins welcome every day 9am–7pm.

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What to Bring

Valid government-issued photo ID (driver's license or passport)
ORI number from your employer or licensing board
Employer authorization letter (if applicable)
Blank FD-258 cards (if your agency requires ink cards)
Payment — cash or card accepted
Any agency-specific instructions or forms

Frequently Asked Questions

I already have an Ohio nursing license. Do I need to be re-fingerprinted?

Only if you let your license lapse for more than 2 years, or if the Board specifically requests it. Routine renewal does not require new fingerprints.

What crimes disqualify a nursing license in Ohio?

Felonies, crimes of moral turpitude, offenses against patients or clients, and drug-related crimes are reviewed closely. A conviction does not automatically disqualify you — the Board evaluates each case individually, but certain crimes within the past 5–10 years are serious red flags.

Can I use WebCheck for nursing fingerprints?

WebCheck is a BCI product, so yes, electronic submission via WebCheck is acceptable. We use an approved WebCheck terminal and submit to BCI electronically.

How far is your office from Whitehall?

Our office at 3185 Morse Rd, Columbus is approximately 6 miles from Whitehall — typically a 13-minute drive depending on traffic. Most Columbus Metro clients combine the trip with errands in Columbus. Walk in any day Monday through Sunday, 9am to 7pm.

Can Whitehall residents walk in without an appointment?

Yes. We accept walk-ins every day of the week, 9am to 7pm. Whitehall clients regularly drop in on lunch breaks, after work, or on weekends. The fingerprinting itself takes 15–20 minutes.

Nursing License Fingerprints Near Whitehall — Walk In Today

Serving Whitehall nurses and CNAs from our Columbus office on Morse Rd. No appointment needed. Open every day 9am–7pm.

3185 Morse Rd, Ste 15, Columbus, OH 43231 — Open Mon–Sun 9am–7pm