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This is the official page for Southwestern Oklahoma State University's Department of Nursing. We are a dynamic, student-centered leader in nursing education.

09/30/2026

The SWOSU Nursing Department was proud to attend the Oklahoma Center for Nursing (OCN) Founders Dinner with President Kendall, his wife - Allison, and Dean Ramos! 💙🩺 Thank you to the SWOSU Foundation and Alumni for sponsoring our table!

The Oklahoma Center for Nursing works to support and advance nursing in Oklahoma by bringing together nursing leaders, educators, and partners to strengthen the nursing profession and its future workforce.

We are proud of Dr. Elissa Saunders and Danielle Pierce, who have been part of the OCN Oklahoma Nurse Faculty Academy. Their involvement reflects the commitment of our faculty to continued professional growth and to preparing the next generation of nurses.

We are also incredibly grateful for SWOSU leadership and the way they continue to show up for our nursing program and our students. Having university leaders present, engaged, and supportive sends a powerful message about the importance of nursing education and the students we serve.

It was a fun, motivating, and inspiring evening filled with opportunities to connect, celebrate nursing, and look toward the future of the profession.

Thank you to OCN Oklahoma Center for Nursing for bringing nursing leaders and educators together and thank you to our SWOSU leadership for continuing to support the Nursing Department and our students! 💙

09/24/2026

Future healthcare professionals learning from one another! 💙🩺💊
SWOSU nursing and pharmacy students teamed up for a meaningful interprofessional learning experience, working through an assigned patient case to explore patient-centered medication counseling and demonstrate effective interprofessional practice.
Experiences like this give students a chance to learn what teamwork in healthcare looks like and how different professions can work together to support patients. We love seeing our Bulldogs collaborate and learn from each other!

09/22/2026

Oklahoma health care organizations will have an opportunity to meet SWOSU students preparing for careers across Allied Health, Nursing and Pharmacy! Employers can recruit for internships, part-time work and full-time positions while building connections with future graduates.

The SWOSU Health Career Expo is Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 900 N. Seventh St. in Weatherford. Employer registration is open now, and the deadline to register is Monday, Oct. 26.

🔗 Employer registration: https://swosu.jotform.com/form/fall-2026-health-careers-fair

09/16/2026

Things got REAL in the SWOSU simulation lab! 👶🩺
Our senior nursing students completed their first OB simulation of the semester with Mama Anne! She can contract, breathe, talk, deliver a baby, hemorrhage, seize and more which gives our students a chance to practice responding to real-world situations in a safe environment.
So proud of these future nurses! 💙

09/09/2026

🩺 We’re looking for someone who loves nursing and loves helping students succeed.
The SWOSU Department of Nursing is growing, and we are ready to welcome another nursing instructor to our team!

At SWOSU, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives while working alongside a fabulous team of nursing faculty and professionals who care deeply about our students and the nursing profession. 💙

💙 Position: Nursing Instructor
📍 Location: Weatherford, OK
🎓 Requirement: MSN degree & 2 years of clinical experience required
🔗 Learn more & apply:https://swosu.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/742?c=swosu

Come be part of the SWOSU Nursing family, work with a great team, and help make a difference in the lives of our students and the communities they serve.
We’d love to have you join us!

09/07/2026

🇺🇸 Happy Labor Day from SWOSU Nursing! 💙

This Labor Day, we’re celebrating the dedication, compassion, and hard work of nurses and healthcare professionals who care for others every day.

To our nursing students, faculty, alumni, and healthcare partners: thank you for the difference you make in the lives of others. Your commitment to caring is truly something to celebrate.

Have a safe and relaxing Labor Day, Bulldogs! 🐾

09/05/2026

🩺 From practice to patient care! 💙

These students spent Friday putting their vital signs skills to the test before heading into their Labor Day weekend! 👏

Once they successfully pass their skills check-off, they’ll be cleared to take vital signs on actual patients. This is a big step toward putting their training into practice. 🩺✨

Way to go, future healthcare professionals! Now go enjoy the long weekend!

09/02/2026

One of the most common questions we hear is: "How can I get involved with the Oklahoma Center for Nursing?"

The answer is simple: Join one of our Advisory Committees and help shape the future of Oklahoma's nursing workforce.

The Oklahoma Center for Nursing is seeking nurses from all practice settings, specialties, roles, and educational backgrounds to serve on our advisory committees. Whether you are a nursing student, bedside nurse, nurse educator, advanced practice nurse, nurse leader, or retired nurse, your perspective is valuable and needed.

Our Advisory Committees help guide the work and initiatives that strengthen Oklahoma's nursing workforce and improve health outcomes across the state.

Current Advisory Committee Opportunities:

Career Pathways & Recruitment
Education & Training
Retention, Well-Being & Employment

Qualifications:
Hold an active Oklahoma nursing license or be enrolled in a nursing education program in the state of Oklahoma
Reside in the state of Oklahoma
Passionate about advancing the nursing profession and workforce

What to Expect:
Meetings are held every other month
Two-hour virtual meetings
Opportunities to collaborate with nurses from across the state
A meaningful way to influence nursing workforce initiatives and priorities

Help us build a stronger nursing workforce for Oklahoma. Interested in serving? Contact [email protected] to learn more and join our work. Your experience matters. Your voice matters. Join us at the table.

09/01/2026

There’s nothing like learning by doing! 🩺

SWOSU junior nursing students were busy learning and practicing vital signs, as well as intake and output. These hands-on experiences help students build the skills and confidence they’ll need as they continue their nursing education and prepare for their careers.

We’re proud to see our future nurses putting what they’ve learned into practice! 💙🐾

08/28/2026

Building strong nurses starts with building strong connections. 💙

Our SWOSU junior nursing students spent a day at Crowder Lake during their first week of nursing school, taking on the ropes course, rappelling and other team-building activities.

The goal? To bond as a class, build trust, communicate and learn to support one another through challenges, both on and off the course.

We’re proud of these future nurses for stepping outside their comfort zones and stepping up as a team! 💪

Address

100 Campus Drive
Weatherford, OK
73096

Telephone

+15807743261

Website

https://www.swosu.edu/nursing/index.php

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