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Nurses Licensed by Endorsement – Working in Oregon or Not?

Posted on October 4, 2018 by Kelley Ilic

Since 2014, there has been a marked increase in the number of nurses obtaining licenses in Oregon through the process of endorsement. In fact, between July 2014 and August 2017, more than 14,000 nurses obtained their license via endorsement. This influx of nurses spurs many

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Learn More About Oregon’s Nurse Workforce

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Kelley Ilic

On Wednesday, September 27, 2017, the Oregon Center for Nursing hosted a free webinar, “Characteristics of the Nursing Workforce in Oregon – 2016.” The webinar was a chance to discuss OCN’s latest report with Research Director, Rick Allgeyer, PhD. Click here to download a free

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OCN Update: Things We’re Working On

Posted on September 13, 2017 by Kelley Ilic

Get an update on Oregon Center for Nursing’s current work, things were reading and trends we’re following.

Posted in educational progression, endorsements, health policy, nursing workforce

Oregon’s Nurse Workforce Continues to Grow and Diversify

Posted on April 4, 2017 by Kelley Ilic

The Oregon Center for Nursing (OCN) recently released an update of it’s “I Am an Oregon Nurse” infographic, providing updated information on the diversity represented in Oregon’s largest health care profession. “There are more than 41,000 registered nurses who work in Oregon, which represents an

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Oregon’s LPN Workforce Continues to Grow

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Kelley Ilic

Oregon’s licensed practical nurse (LPN) workforce has experience growth in recent years, according to a new report released by the Oregon Center for Nursing, Oregon’s Licensed Practical Nurse Workforce. “LPNs are an important part of the nursing profession,” said Jana R. Bitton, OCN’s Executive Director.

Posted in Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, nursing workforce, Research