by oaapn | Mar 17, 2026 | HB 508, Legislation
On behalf of Ohio’s advanced practice registered nurses, we submit this rebuttal to the Ohio State Medical Association’s coalition letter opposing House Bill 508. It should be noted that the organizations listed on the opposing letter as coalition members are...
by oaapn | Mar 17, 2026 | Amazing APRNs
Stacy McCoy, APRN‑CNP, has spent her career as a dedicated primary care provider promoting health and wellness. Since becoming a registered nurse in 2009, Stacy has built a career centered around compassion, connection, and a deep commitment to patient care and...
by oaapn | Mar 10, 2026 | HB 508, Legislation
The Ohio House Medicaid Committee could vote on HB 508 in the coming weeks, and legislators need to hear from you. If you are an APRN, healthcare professional, or a patient who values access to APRN care, please take a moment to contact your Ohio legislators and ask...
by oaapn | Mar 9, 2026 | Legislation
As you may know, on Jan. 29, the Department of Education released a proposed rule defining “professional students” for the purposes of federal student loan limits. Although APRNs meet the criteria for professional degree programs, they were not included in...
by oaapn | Mar 4, 2026 | Amazing APRNs
Congratulations to AANP Ohio Award Winner, Janine Galeski, DNP, MA, APRN, FNP‑BC, ACHPN‑BC! OAAPN is proud to celebrate Janine Galeski as this year’s AANP Ohio Award Winner, a recognition she describes as energizing, meaningful, and deeply connected to the purpose...