The OADN Leadership Institute is the ONLY national program exclusively focused on ADN nursing faculty and deans/directors seeking opportunities to enhance their leadership competencies and skills.
This cohort-based program provides participants with an excellent opportunity to exchange wisdom, share perspectives, as well as practice giving and receiving feedback in a supportive environment. In addition, participants will receive reading assignments, case studies, resources, and tools to fine tune their leadership development activities, focus on outside trends, and consider the leadership impact on their programs, institutions, and communities.
Admission: 2 Spring cohorts available in 2022, 10 participants each
Tuition: $895* for OADN members / $1,350 for non-members (*Limited number of partial scholarships available through the OADN Foundation)
Time Commitment: 4 hours a week over a 4 month period. This 4-month cohort-based program provides participants with an excellent opportunity to exchange wisdom, share perspectives, as well as practice giving and receiving feedback in a supportive environment.
For More Information Contact: Mary Dickow, Director of Leadership Development at mary.dickow@oadn.org
OADN continues our federal advocacy on your behalf as a member of the Nursing Community Coalition, where we work to ensure that nurses are supported and that nursing education is funded.
NCC Statement on the House Passage of the Build Back Better Act
On November 19, the Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) issued a statement after the House of Representatives passed the Build Back Better Act. This bill included NCC top priorities that address nursing education, the workforce, and public health.
NCC Sends Letter to Appropriators Updating FY 2022 Funding Requests
On November 19, sixty members of the Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) sent a letter to the House and Senate Appropriations Committees requesting at least $314.472 million for Title VIII Nursing Workforce and Development Programs and at least $200.782 million for the National Institute of Nursing Research for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022.
OADN continues our federal advocacy on your behalf as a member of the Nursing Community Coalition, where we work to ensure that nurses are supported and that nursing education is funded.
NCC and the Campaign for Action hosts Virtual Congressional Briefing on the Future of Nursing 2020-2030 Report
On October 4, the Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) and the Future of Nursing: Campaign for Action, an initiative of AARP Foundation, AARP, and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, hosted a virtual briefing on key findings and recommendations from the new National Academy of Medicine (NAM) report, The Future of Nursing 2020 – 2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity.
As you know, OADN has always been committed to promoting best practices in nursing education and supporting academic progression within the profession. Support for all pathways into the nursing profession is critically important now more than ever if we hope to meet the current nursing workforce demands facing our country and continue to make a positive impact on the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As an active member of the leadership alliance, OADN has been very engaged in the advancement of nursing academic progression through the National Education Progression in Nursing (NEPIN) Collaborative, NEPIN: National Education in Nursing Collaborative – Academic Progression: fostering collaboration to ensure that nurses have access to higher levels of education and achievement. (nepincollaborative.org)
Last week, NEPIN released a groundbreaking report that includes key information regarding Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) enrollment and graduation data. I believe you will find the information in this report timely as leaders in ADN education. The Trends in Nursing Academic Progression 2016-2020 report is the culmination of years of commitment and hard work by nursing leaders and health care stakeholders who share a common goal of delivering successful patient outcomes from a well-equipped and sufficiently supported nursing workforce. This outstanding report, which is the first of its kind at the national level, will serve as a single data source to equitably interpret current trends in nursing academic progression. The data sheds light on a five-year period and highlights many success stories, including a 23% increase in ADN to BSN enrollments as well as an increase of 13% to 27% in the number of ADNs graduating with a BSN. The report also includes critical information on the important work ADN programs have done to remove barriers to access and support academic progression among a diverse student population. NEPIN’s Executive Director, Tina Lear, acknowledges that with all the success there is still more work to do, “our mission is not complete, and I encourage you to visit our website to see the important work to date as well as ongoing projects that could benefit from your expertise – as nursing education leaders – to further the commitment to academic progression across the country.”
Another way NEPIN is advancing excellence in nursing education is through its innovative Quality Designation Program for Accredited Nursing Programs. Lear explains, “The NEPIN Quality Designation is a wonderful opportunity for accredited nursing programs to be recognized for their strategic plans that enhance, empower, and encourage students to achieve a higher level of education. I highly encourage you to look at the application and consider applying for this prestigious acknowledgement to aid in the effort to advance nurses to higher degrees and create a workforce that optimizes the health of all Americans.” The application and additional information can be found at Quality Designation – NEPIN: National Education in Nursing Collaborative (nepincollaborative.org)
As nursing education leaders, we understand how vitally important ADN programs are to producing a highly trained, skilled, and diverse nursing workforce in this country. It is imperative that we share our knowledge and the recent NEPIN findings within our communities as we continue to advocate for community college nursing programs that are graduating more than 50% of the nursing workforce in our country. The NEPIN Trends Report provides indisputable evidence that clearly shows ADN graduates are committed to academic progression as many ADN graduates continue to the BSN or a higher advanced degree.
For the health of our profession and the communities we serve, we must continue our efforts to promote a nursing pipeline of qualified and diverse professionals. Thank you for all you do as leaders to mentor and support your students and faculty as they progress on their academic journey and prepare to realize their full potential. The future of our profession and the health of our nation depend on it.
October 2021 (Anacortes, WA) – With the number of nurse educators in shorty supply, recognition of extraordinary nursing faculty continues to be more important than ever. The DAISY Foundation™ in partnership with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the National League for Nursing (NLN), the Organization of Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) and joining this year, Sigma, are once again issuing a call to action for schools of nursing to recognize and celebrate their nursing faculty as role models in compassionate nursing practice. Now is the time to continue to raise awareness for this important recognition. Since the initial call to action in 2018, 247 additional campus locations have implemented The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Faculty to honor their nursing faculty. That represents a 44% increase in the last three years!
The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a light on faculty who have seen the opportunity to contribute in a positive way, despite the many challenges faced. Nursing faculty have demonstrated their commitment to nursing education, as they converted courses from brick-and-mortar delivery to online learning opportunities in record time and used their ingenuity to provide clinical experiences in simulated environments during these past months. Working with their institutions, they ensured the psychological safety as well as the physical safety of their students, making themselves available to their students long after the workday was complete. Recognition and celebration of these national treasures and their ongoing dedication to their work will help to retain faculty and encourage them in their mission to educate and create the best nursing workforce for years to come. These heroes are integral to the next generation of nurses and to the nursing profession at large. Their valuable contributions must be recognized in an ongoing and meaningful way. The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Faculty provides that opportunity.
Capturing stories of gratitude for them, whether from students, colleagues, clinical staff, patients, or others who witness the impact of their actions, is important. These stories provide a valuable way to express gratitude to them while inspiring others. More importantly, the stories of such faculty articulate and elevate actions that are valued as representing the nursing profession at its best. The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Faculty provides the means for these stories to be honored, shared, and preserved; and for the honoree, to be a part of DAISY’s international community of outstanding nurses. For more information, examples, and next steps on honoring your nursing faculty: https://www.daisyfoundation.org/faculty-award-information
ABOUT THE DAISY FOUNDATION
The DAISY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, by members of his family. Patrick died at the age of 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. (DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.) The care Patrick and his family received from Nurses while he was ill inspired the creation of The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. In over 4,900 healthcare facilities and schools of nursing, The DAISY Award is an evidenced-based means of providing Nurse recognition and thanking Nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of those they touch through their care, no matter the setting. More information is available at http://DAISYfoundation.org.
In January of this year, OADN was invited to be an inaugural member of the National Commission to Address Racism in Nursing.
As part of the Commission’s ongoing work, we are asking OADN member programs to participate in a brief survey on racism in nursing in the workplace. Racism is defined as assaults on the human spirit in the form of biases, prejudices, and an ideology of superiority which persistently causes moral suffering and perpetuates injustices and inequities.
The survey is brief and will take approximately 6 minutes to complete. Please click the link, https://surveys.nursingworld.org/s3/nationalcommission2021, to go directly to the survey. Your participation in the survey is completely voluntary and all of your responses will be kept confidential. If you have any questions about this survey, or difficulty in accessing the site or completing the survey, please contact the American Nurses Association at Practice@ana.org.
This survey is available until 11:59 pm EST, October 28th, 2021.
OADN continues our federal advocacy on your behalf as a member of the Nursing Community Coalition, where we work to ensure that nurses are supported and that nursing education is funded.
NCC Urges House Veterans’ Affairs Committee to Advance the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act
On September 14, fifty-three members of the Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) signed onto a letter to the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee urging them to support and advance S.1220/H.R.2568 – United States Cadet Nurse Corps Service Recognition Act of 2021.
NCC Statement on House Energy and Commerce Committee Markup
On September 17, the Nursing Community Coalition (NCC) issued a statement after the House Energy and Commerce Committee advanced their piece of the Build Back Better Act.
When the OADN 2021 Convention theme was originally announced, my initial thought was overwhelming excitement at the prospect of being able to move forward and leave much of what we experienced in 2020 behind us. As we all know, we are still being confronted with many challenges from last year, but it is time “to Move Beyond 2020” and look to the future. For this reason, I am elated about the idea of seeing so many of you at the face-to-face OADN Convention this November 18th – 21st in Austin, Texas. It will be a time for us to reconnect as much as possible, learn from one another and share our stories together. OADN has always been a strong, vibrant community of sharing and supportive nurse educators, and the 2021 Convention will bring us together at a time when we need that support the most. I know many of you are faced with travel restrictions, budget constraints, as well personal choices that preclude you from attending this year and that is all understandable. But, rest assured, when the ribbon is cut for the opening of the keynote session, ALL OF YOU will be with us whether in the ballroom or from a distance.
This year’s Convention is filled with exceptional workshops and general sessions, beginning with the keynote, Meaningful Recognition and Resilience: The Evidence is Clear, presented by Bonnie and Mark Barnes from the DAISY Foundation. Dr. Phil Dickison, Dr. Tim Bristol and Karin Sherrill will share the latest on the NextGen NCLEX and innovative strategies to assist with student success. From Foster Care to PhD: Why Faculty Should Always Root for the Underdog will be an inspiring, personal journey delivered by Dr. Sharrica Miller. In this age of increased simulation and the need for inclusivity, Dr. Desiree Díaz will present Leveraging Simulation to Address Societal Needs and Elicit Change. Additionally, there will be an abundance of concurrent sessions to choose from and an extensive exhibit hall to view the latest, most innovative products and services. Finally, Dr. Anna Valdez will moderate a stimulating closing panel at Convention entitled, Achieving Equity: Reimagining the Future of Associate Degree Nursing Education.
The OADN Board and staff will continue to monitor the trends in Austin, and we are working with our host hotel, Austin Marriott Downtown, to implement all necessary event and meeting space safety precautions. A set of COVID-19 Safety Protocols are available on the 2021 Convention website: The Power of Nursing Education to Move Beyond 2020. The health, safety and well-being of everyone attending this year’s Convention is our top priority, which is why we are asking all attendees to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 and wear a mask in all indoor meeting spaces. Please review the COVID-19 Safety Protocols carefully and check back regularly for updates to the Convention website.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a major priority for OADN, from the formation of the DEI Task Force to the release of the OADN Position Statement on Racial and Social Equity and the corresponding webinar to be held on October 19th. OADN also actively participates on the ANA Commission to Address Racism in Nursing, and OADN recently launched a very important research study, Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Among ADN Educators. I would like to personally request your participation in this critically important study examining ADN faculty understanding about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Just like you, I am frequently asked to complete surveys so I understand they can be burdensome at times. However, participation in this study is critical as it will assist in the associate degree nursing (ADN) voice being included in this significant, growing body of research. Additionally, findings from this study can be used to guide future OADN initiatives that are focused specifically on the needs of ADN faculty rather than taking our cues and directions from other organizations. You can learn more about the study and find the link to participate at Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Among ADN Nurse Educators – (oadn.org)
In closing, please remember how important and valued each of you are to OADN and know that we will persevere together on our journey to advance excellence in nursing education even through these extraordinary times. Please take care, do one special thing for yourself, and acknowledge how much you have done for the next generation of nurses.
In collaboration with the National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) and other national nursing organizations, OADN is endorsing this very important policy brief regarding alternative clinical requests for unvaccinated nursing students. OADN supports this policy brief as a guide for our member schools as each of you address this very important issue during these challenging times.
Please, join the OADN Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Task Force members on October 19, 2021 at 3pm Eastern to discuss the newly released Racial and Social Justice position statement and the 2021 DEI Task Force charges. During this presentation, we will discuss the actions being taken by OADN to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in nursing education and practice. The audience is encouraged to ask questions and engage in a discussion about the next steps in achieving education and health equity in nursing. Participants can email questions for the panel to anna.valdez@oadn.org or bring their questions to the webinar. Panelists will answer questions and provide updates on how the team is meeting the 2021 taskforce charges. Questions and ideas from the audience are welcomed. Participants are also encouraged to share their recommendations for further DEI action.
The OADN Leadership Institute is the ONLY national program exclusively focused on ADN nursing faculty and deans/directors seeking opportunities to enhance their leadership competencies and skills.
October 2021 (Anacortes, WA) – With the number of nurse educators in shorty supply, recognition of extraordinary nursing faculty continues to be more important than ever. The DAISY Foundation™ in partnership with the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN), the National League for Nursing (NLN), the Organization of Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) and joining this year, Sigma, are once again issuing a call to action for schools of nursing to recognize and celebrate their nursing faculty as role models in compassionate nursing practice. Now is the time to continue to raise awareness for this important recognition. Since the initial call to action in 2018, 247 additional campus locations have implemented The DAISY Award® for Extraordinary Faculty to honor their nursing faculty. That represents a 44% increase in the last three years!