by oaapn | Jul 20, 2026 | APRNs, Membership
World Brain Day—observed on July 22—is a timely reminder that brain health is something we can protect and strengthen through everyday habits, early attention to symptoms, and continued progress in neurological care. While brain health can feel like a complex topic,...
by oaapn | Jun 12, 2026 | APRNs, Education
Talking openly about your health doesn’t always come easily, and this can be especially true for men when the topic feels personal or uncomfortable. But avoiding those discussions can lead to delayed care that could make a real difference. Brittany Clark, MSN, APRN,...
by oaapn | May 21, 2026 | APRNs, Self-Care Strategies
After nearly 30 years in nursing, Deana Batross, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, has seen a big shift in how people talk about mental health. “When I first started, people didn’t talk about it at all,” she said. “Now people are recognizing, ‘I have anxiety and it’s a...
by oaapn | Apr 3, 2026 | Amazing APRNs, APRNs, Leadership
Mandi’s dedication to advancing the field of nursing and shaping the next generation of healthcare leaders is nothing short of inspiring. Since 2017, Mandi has made a remarkable impact as a faculty member in the Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at the...
by oaapn | Feb 11, 2026 | APRNs
Tamara Torres, APRN. CNP, has spent her career focusing on some of the most complex and life-changing aspects of cardiac care. Since 2013, she has worked at the Cleveland Clinic, starting her career as a bedside nurse and spending the past eight years as a nurse...
by oaapn | Jan 28, 2026 | APRNs
Cervical cancer is a largely preventable form of cancer, yet women in rural and underserved communities continue to face barriers that delay or prevent lifesaving care. Heather Hissom, NP, has spent her career advocating for women’s health across Ohio, West...
