Tips to Preventing Burnout for APRNs

Tips to Preventing Burnout for APRNs

A career as an advanced practice registered nurse offers many rich rewards but also has the potential to cause significant stress. As one of the most stressful professions, healthcare finds its professionals in the top ranks of those likely to suffer from burnout, now...
OAAPN President’s Message 2024

OAAPN President’s Message 2024

A new year is upon us. As I step into the role of President for the Ohio Association of Advanced Practices Nurses, I’m honored and humbled for the opportunity to partner with our Board of Directors and Ohio APRNs to move the needle on increasing healthcare access and...
The Gift of Membership

The Gift of Membership

The strength of OAAPN truly lies in its numbers – so what better gift for either new or existing members than to give them the gift of membership that allows them to invest in themselves and their profession?   OAAPN membership provides support for full practice...
2023 Leadership Award Recipients

2023 Leadership Award Recipients

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 OAAPN Leadership Awards! We were proud to recognize three outstanding individuals as this year’s Preceptor of the Year and Advocate of the Year, as well as the President’s Award. Learn more about our winners now.   ...
Thank You, Members!

Thank You, Members!

OAAPN is the organization we are today because of you and for that we could not be more grateful. Together, we have achieved milestones that were once just dreams. Your dedication has driven us forward, and your passion has helped us make a real impact. Whether...
How to Become a Nurse Practitioner

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner

Did you know that nurse practitioner ranks No. 1 on the U.S. News & World Report list of the best healthcare jobs? And with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) expecting nurse practitioner positions to grow by an astounding 52% by 2030, the future of nurse...
2023 OAAPN Statewide Conference Recap

2023 OAAPN Statewide Conference Recap

The 2023 OAAPN Statewide Conference was held October 26-28, at the Hyatt Regency and Convention Center in Downtown Columbus. Hundreds of APRNs attended the Statewide Conference, representing all four specialties from across Ohio. Attendees of the Conference had the...
Celebrating Midwifery Week

Celebrating Midwifery Week

Midwives – Strengthening Communities The American College of Nurse-Midwives (ACNM) created National Midwifery Week to celebrate and recognize midwives and midwife-led care. This year, Midwifery Week (#NWM2023) will be celebrated October 1-7, 2023, with the theme...
The Role of APRNs in Telehealth

The Role of APRNs in Telehealth

At OAAPN, we know that APRNs are extremely valuable to today’s healthcare system. The Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Clinical Nurse Specialists, and Certified Nurse Midwives among our members all hold critical roles in addressing...