by oaapn | Dec 5, 2024 | Amazing APRNs, Leadership
Diann has been an RN for 41 years and an APRN for 20. She is a past president of OAAPN and played an instrumental role in the passage of HB 216, which expanded Schedule II prescribing privileges for APRNs. Diann worked tirelessly in her presidential role, conducting...
by oaapn | Dec 5, 2024 | Amazing APRNs, Leadership
For 2024, OAAPN recognized an individual for her inspiring commitment to the APRN profession, her patients, community, and better access to care for all Ohioans. This year we present the Advocate of the Year award to Suzanne Fortuna, DNP, APRN-CNS, APRN-CNP! Suzanne...
by oaapn | Nov 26, 2024 | SB196
Watch Senator Roegner’s recent testimony on SB 196 in the Ohio House Health Provider Services Committee....
by oaapn | Nov 14, 2024 | Leadership, News
This year OAAPN recognized four individuals for their inspiring commitment to the APRN profession, their patients, community, and better access to care for all Ohioans. This year we present the Award of Excellence to Mark Yoder, DNP. APRN-CNP! Mark actively champions...
by oaapn | Nov 5, 2024 | Leadership, Preceptor
This year OAAPN recognized four individuals for their inspiring commitment to the APRN profession, their patients, community, and better access to care for all Ohioans. In this issue, we would like to celebrate Cynthia Stives, DNP, APRN-CNP, our 2024 Preceptor of the...
by oaapn | Nov 5, 2024 | NPs
At OAAPN, we are proud to celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week recognizing these exceptional healthcare providers. This year’s theme is NPs At The Heart of Health Care, highlighting the crucial role NPs play throughout the entire industry. “For more...
by oaapn | Oct 31, 2024 | Statewide Conference
Thank you to over 375 attendees, 80+ exhibitors, various sponsors, poster presenters, and over 30 speakers for joining with us to deliver a successful and exciting conference. This year’s event not only provided several hours of engaging CEs but also much needed...
by oaapn | Oct 21, 2024 | Statewide Conference
Whether you are attending the conference in person or supporting us from afar, you can still participate in one of our most anticipated annual events! OAAPN’s PAC Silent Auction will once again be available virtually to those near and far! Are you interested in a...
by oaapn | Oct 4, 2024 | APRNs, CNMs
National Midwifery Week, created by the American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM), honors midwives and midwife-led care. This year’s theme is “Looking to the Future,” which highlights the essential role midwives play in shaping the future of...
by oaapn | Sep 30, 2024 | Statewide Conference
OAAPN’s 33rd Annual Statewide Conference will be held October 24-26, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency and Columbus Convention Center. In the heart of Columbus and just steps from food, entertainment, and shopping, the Statewide Conference will have plenty of opportunities...