The OAAPN Mission and Vision

The OAAPN Mission and Vision

Founded in 1996, OAAPN is the largest and only full-service statewide professional membership organization for Advanced Practice Registered Nurses of all specialties within Ohio. OAAPN represents the interests of more than 17,000 APRNs currently practicing in Ohio and...
Small Donations Make a Big Difference

Small Donations Make a Big Difference

The OAAPN PAC is the legislative voice for Ohio’s APRNs! Your contribution supports state legislators who advocate for APRNs and healthcare access for all Ohioans. Financial contributions to OAAPN PAC must be made by individuals. Association dues cannot be used. We...
7 Influential Nurses You Should Know About

7 Influential Nurses You Should Know About

Nursing has evolved and changed over time. It would not be what it is today without many influential, dedicated and hardworking nurses. There are a number of influential nurses who have impacted our profession for centuries, some you may know and some you may not....
Tips for National Nutrition Month

Tips for National Nutrition Month

The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics created National Nutrition Month to be recognized annually during the month of March. The goal of the campaign is to encourage people to make informed food choices and develop sound eating and physical activity habits that can be...
Margretta Madden Styles: Mother of Nurse Credentialing

Margretta Madden Styles: Mother of Nurse Credentialing

Margretta Madden Styles was a pioneering and innovative thinker who transformed the nursing profession. Her unwavering dedication and focus on advancing both nurse certification programs and services around the globe forever changed the certified nursing industry....
Notable Nurse Practitioner: Marsha Siegel

Notable Nurse Practitioner: Marsha Siegel

Marsha Siegel began her nursing career in 1977 when she completed an associate degree in nursing at Floyd College, University of Georgia in Rome. She quickly became a leader industry as the Department Director for Perinatal Services at Memorial Hospital of Sweetwater...