ONA Convention and House of Delegates, Monday, May 4 - Wednesday, May 6, 2026

The ONA Board of Directors are excited to announce the date and location for the ONA Convention and House of Delegates that takes place every two years. Mark your calendars and join us in Eugene on May 4-6, 2026!

Does your organization offer a clinical ladder program with incentives for professional growth? Poster presentations are a powerful (and fun!) way to level up, while making a real impact in the nursing community.

You don’t have to be a formal researcher to create a poster. Whether you’ve implemented a new practice on your unit, gained insights at a recent conference, or have a quality improvement project you're proud of, this is your chance to share it!

Most employers want you to bring back and share what you’ve learned. Why not showcase it in a way that reaches more nurses across the state?

Step up. Stand out. Share your story.

Submit your poster and be part of something bigger.

Poster Categories

The Convention theme is “MEETING THE MOMENT: Leading the Way for our Patients and Communities”. Your abstract should be related to the Convention theme and must be categorized as either:

• Research
• Evidence-based Practice
• Practice Innovation / Improvement

Process for Participation

1. Presenters requesting to be considered are required to submit a completed Poster Abstract Form no later than February 9, 2026 by 5 p.m. (close of ONA offices). Note: Poster abstracts should include the appropriate information as detailed on the Poster Abstract Guidelines, not to exceed 300 words. Include all of the requested information on the Poster Abstract Form. Do Not Send Attachments.
2. Acceptance letters will be emailed by March 9.
3. Registration and attendance is required for all poster presenters. You can register at no cost online at www.oregonRN.org/convention.

All abstracts will be evaluated through a blinded, peer-reviewed process with acceptance based on evaluation criteria (see guidelines here).

Poster Presentation Format

Poster viewing will take place throughout the entire event. They will be on display for Convention attendees to view during breaks and lunches. It is recommended that presenters be in attendance at their posters during breaks throughout Convention to answer questions and discuss their content with attendees.

• Posters can be printed in landscape or portrait orientation and be no larger than 3 ft x 4 ft in either direction.
• Posters are REQUIRED to be mounted on a poster board or other material that will allow it to sit on an easel stand. Easels will be provided.
• Posters will be displayed on easels around the room.
• Convention registration is required for all poster presenters.

If you have any questions, please contact the ONA office at practice@oregonRN.org. We look forward to your submission and thank you for your participation.

Click here to complete your poster abstract submission today!