Dean's Message

 Dear Students and Friends:

Thank you for your interest in pursuing a nursing career at this vital juncture in our nation's history. Like never before, the commingling of science with caring, using holistic patient–family– and community-based interventions with technology and decision structures makes nursing a vibrant, relevant and highly respected career in high demand.

Simply, Oregon Health & Science University has a national and international reputation for preparing nurses for the many facets that make nursing a career to grow with you throughout a lifetime. Whether desiring an entry-level position, choosing the autonomy that goes with advanced practice roles, or exercising leadership as a nurse scientist/researcher or practice scholar, at OHSU School of Nursing you will find the faculty and resources to begin or extend your career. For the very reasons you are considering nursing at OHSU, those same reasons attracted me to the honor of serving as Dean.

Healthcare work environments demand the brightest and best in human resources. I invite you to read our catalog to plan your career and to apply for admission. You will find a warm and inviting faculty and staff to aid you as you discern your future. Please contact us if you have any questions. We invite you to build your legacy as an OHSU nurse.

Michael Bleich, Ph.D., R.N., M.P.H., F.A.A.N.
Dean and Carol Lindeman Distinguished Professor, School of Nursing