Kaplan Continues Novice Nurse Educator Webinar Series for OADN Members in Fall 2023

OADN is excited to announce new learning opportunities for novice faculty in Fall 2023. Kaplan, a renowned leader in educational resources and support, is continuing its exclusive webinar series tailored specifically for new nurse educators! We understand that transitioning into the role of a nurse educator can be both rewarding and challenging. This new webinar […]

OADN Voices: October Leadership Message from Dr. Patricia Nabal, Midwest Regional Director

Embracing Change & Progress: Incorporating Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Associate Degree Nursing Education Dear OADN Members, I hope this message finds each of you in good health and high spirits as we welcome the vibrant autumn season! Just as Mother Nature is undergoing her natural course, we too are witnessing a transformative shift in […]

Academy of Associate Degree Nursing Announces 2023 Inductees

Please join OADN in congratulating the 2023 Inductees to the Academy of Associate Degree Nursing! Academy members are those actively engaged in associate degree nursing education or practice, with proven records of excellence in their institutions and a demonstrated commitment to the health of their communities. The honorary academy fellowship recognizes those individuals who have […]

Nursing Community Monthly Roundup – August 2023

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 Thanks Rep. Underwood and Sen. Booker for Introducing the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act On August 1, fifty-one members of the Nursing Community […]

2023 OADN Elections Results & Board Appointments Announced

OADN Elects Members to the Board of Directors & Nominating Committee Board Treasurer & Secretary Appointments Announced Many thanks to each of you who voted in the 2023 OADN Elections. Your votes represent a strong demonstration of your commitment to OADN and associate degree nursing education. Based on your votes, we have the pleasure of […]

2023 Student & Faculty Poster Awards Sponsored by Trajecsys & Post University

OADN Announces $3,000 in Monetary Awards to the Top Faculty & Student Posters at the 2023 OADN Convention in San Diego Made possible through the generous support of: The Organization for Associate Degree Nursing (OADN) is pleased to announce $3,000 in poster awards for the top faculty and student posters at the 2023 Convention, November […]

Leadership Message – September 2023

Reflections on Leadership: Sustaining Excellence through Succession Planning Dear OADN Members, I hope this message finds you at the end of a pleasant summer break and ready to embrace a new fall academic term. I’ve always loved the first day of the school year as it is an exciting time to engage with new students […]

South Texas College Garners First Federally Recognized Nurse Apprenticeship Program Designation in the Country

By Jim Patterson. Originally published August 3, 2023 in the Community College Daily. South Texas College (STC), with its five campuses and two learning centers dotting the map along the Rio Grande in the rural southern tip of the state, has become the first college in the country to be certified by the U.S Department […]

Message from the Leadership – August 2023: Unleash the Power of OADN Membership at the 2023 Convention in San Diego!

Dear OADN Members, Are you and your faculty getting the full benefits of your OADN membership? We want to make sure that you are! As we gear up for the highly anticipated OADN Convention in San Diego, CA at the Manchester Grand Hyatt from November 15th to 18th, 2023, I write to you with immense […]

Nursing Community Monthly Roundup – July 2023

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 Thanks Sen. Merkley for Introducing the Nurse Corps Tax Parity Act of 2023 On July 24, 56 members of the Nursing Community Coalition […]