The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) aims to unite registered nurses in maintaining the highest professional standards of perioperative nursing practice to encourage optimal care of the patient before, during and after operative and other invasive procedures.



On-Demand CE Activities

The Guideline for Sterilization provides guidance for perioperative teams about sterilizing reusable medical devices to be used in perioperative and procedural settings.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until September 10, 2026

Guideline for Surgical Attire with guidance for the perioperative RN for wearing surgical attire in semi-restricted and restricted areas, laundering, cleaning items, updates on disinfection criteria.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until January 31, 2026

This presentation will review the new guideline for enhanced recovery after surgery.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until October 17, 2026

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Recent News & Announcements

The AORN Perioperative Nursing Research Symposium provides an opportunity for perioperative nurses to present their research, EBP, or QI work in a...

Posted by Association of periOperative Registered Nurses in AORN HQ Announcements

The Guideline for Care of the Patient Receiving Local-Only is open for public comment August 20 – September 20, 2025, at...

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We’re inviting you to take a brief survey to share how you use the AORN Journal and how we can better support your professional needs. As a thank...

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Upcoming Events

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Webinar/Online

Monday, September 8, 2025 at 8:00am ET

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Webinar/Online

Friday, September 12, 2025 at 10:00am CT

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