Office of Strategic Partnerships & Practice

The Office of Strategic Partnerships and Practice (OSPP) at the Orvis School of Nursing is dedicated to building strong, sustainable collaborations that improve health and strengthen communities. Our work centers on creating partnerships that advance OSN’s tripartite mission in education, research, and practice—with a focus on service and community engagement.

Through the OSN Faculty Practice Plan, our faculty experts and nursing students work alongside partners to deliver high-quality care and implement system-level solutions that address community health needs. These collaborations not only enhance access to care but also prepare the next generation of nurses through real-world learning experiences.

Partnering to advance health and education

Our mission

Our mission is to cultivate and sustain strategic partnerships that advance nursing practice, education, and research to improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities across Nevada and beyond.

Our vision

Our vision is to become Nevada’s leading center for collaborative nursing practice development—where strategic partnerships drive transformative advancements in nursing care and healthcare delivery to advance health equity and the well-being of Nevadans.

News and initiatives

Three nursing students analyzing a note pad.Health Care Simulation Technology Specialist Micro-credential

With this credential, we are building a workforce pipeline for practice-ready Health Care Simulation Technology Specialists.

Learn more about the HSTS Micro-credential

AACN exemplary academic practice partnership award winners.2025 AACN Exemplary Academic Practice Partnership Award Winner

OSN and Renown Health were recognized with the 2025 AACN Exemplary Academic Practice Partnership Award

Learn more about the AACN Awards 
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