The stage is set for the 2026 OSANA Conference and this year we are looking forward to laughing our way through the event with CRNA and Comedian (yes, that’s the combo) Jon Holmer. We recently caught up with Jon to get the vibe he’s bringing and a little about him.
OSANA’s student board is where the future of nurse anesthesia in Ohio starts taking shape. This group of Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs) represents programs across the state, serves as a bridge between students and OSANA leadership, and helps ensure student perspectives are always part of the conversation around advocacy, education, and the profession’s future.
Presenting a poster at the Ohio State Association of Nurse Anesthetists (OSANA) Conference is an exciting opportunity. It’s your chance to showcase research, contribute to the nurse anesthesia profession, and network with peers across Ohio.
For Registered Nurses (RNs) in Ohio seeking to deepen their impact in patient care and advance their careers, becoming a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) is a rigorous yet rewarding journey. CRNAs are highly respected Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs) who specialize in anesthesia care across diverse clinical settings.
Awareness continues to grow around the challenges faced by Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs) and Student Registered Nurse Anesthetists (SRNAs). Two University of Cincinnati Nurse Anesthesia Program (UC NAP) students, Scot Brush and Maryclare Schardt, have taken an innovative approach to understanding and addressing this critical issue.
With almost 400 attendees, the 2025 OSANA conference, hosted at the Hilton Easton, embodied the essence of the organization and integrity of the profession. Many educational sessions were held throughout the weekend. Friday night ended with the Otterbein University team winning the ever-popular college bowl. On Saturday, the legislative update, awards luncheon, and keynote address drew equally engaged audiences. Saturday night, the OSANA PAC hosted a casual fundraiser, Heroes in Action at PINS Mechanical.
