OACNS - Oklahoma Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists

01/31/2026

OACNS is offering a 50% conference registration discount for exhibitor referral! If you know a pharmaceutical industry representative or other relevant exhibitor interested in having a booth at our conference, please refer them to https://oacns.org/vendors/ for purchase and be sure to have them list your name on the order under referral. We will then out to you with a discount code.

01/30/2026

We are finalizing our 2026 OACNS Advanced Pharmacology Conference agenda and have a few speaker spots to fill! Are you or a provider or pharmacist you know willing to share your expertise with APRNs for pharmacology hours and continuing education credit? Send us a message or email! Speakers attend the full conference for free!

01/29/2026

Serving as Nurse of the Day provides an opportunity to connect with legislators and learn more about Congress and legislation!

Our legislatorsmake decisions every day that impact our profession, our workplace, and our patients. But they can’t make informed decisions without an expert by their side. That expert is YOU.

Registration is officially OPEN for the 2026 Nurse of the Day Program! Step inside the State Capitol to visit one-on-one with legislators, attend key committee meetings, and assist in the Capitol First Aid station.

Sign up today!
https://oklahomanurses.org/Nurse-of-the-Day

01/25/2026

Courtesy post for one of our own! Past OACNS President Lynette Gunn is teaching an accredited wound care course that upon successful completion will allow for certification via the WOCNCB.
- February 16, 2026
- Cost is $1100. This includes didactic - online, all materials, 2 days of skills lab, 24 hours of clinical (to be determined based on your current practice) and the certification exam ($250 value)!

01/17/2026

I’ll be joining clinical nurse specialists and professionals nationwide this March at the NACNS 2026 Annual Conference in San Diego! Together, we’ll explore this year’s theme , and drive meaningful change in healthcare. 🌟
Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/43iYY8S |

01/11/2026

Save the Date! Our Advanced Pharmacology Conference is just 3 months away! We are planning for 16 pharmacology hours (category B for live including live virtual attendance) again this year!
💊 Friday, April 10th is live in-person in OKC at the OU Health Samis Education Center with a virtual attendance option.
💊 Saturday, April 11th is all virtual.

📣 Calling all speakers! Email us at info@oacns.org or send us a message if you are interested in sharing your knowledge!

01/07/2026

We are thrilled to share news of Deborah Wright’s recent recognition as an APRN Daisy Award honoree!!! Deborah’s nomination comments included the impact she has on oncology patients through dedication and compassion, her ability to connect with patients, her proactive approach, and attention to detail. Congratulations, Deborah! Thank you for continuing to role model an outstanding example of the Clinical Nurse Specialist! 🙌🏆🏅

12/31/2025

Happy New Year!

Wishing all a Happy New Year full of reflection, hope and enthusiasm for the year to come!

National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists

12/30/2025

Congratulations to Marcia Cornell who was elected to serve on the National Association of Clinical Nurse Specialists Board of Directors!

NACNS is proud to announce its 2026 leadership team, representing nearly 90,000 clinical nurse specialists nationwide. The newly elected leaders include President-Elect Kayla M. Little, board members Mary Lawanson-Nichols, David F. Bradley Jr., and Marcia S. Cornell, and nominating committee members Audrey Tran, Samantha DiBlasi, Matthew Blake, and Christina Vejnovich. 👏

Together, they will guide NACNS in advancing CNS practice, supporting members, and strengthening patient care. Read the full press release to learn more about our incoming leaders and their priorities: https://brnw.ch/21wYJDZ

12/23/2025

We hope the holidays bring rest and restoration to you! You deserve it! Happy Holidays! 🕯️

12/22/2025

Wishing you light and joy this holiday season!

May this holiday season and new year ignite inspiration and renewal! 🕯️❄️ What projects and goals are you hoping to tackle in 2026?