Perioperative Nurse Week
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Perioperative Nurse Week (Nov 7-13) is a time to recognize and honor perioperative nurses for their important role and commitment to safe patient care.
How Can I Get Involved?
Honor Your Staff, Colleagues and FriendsCelebrate your perioperative colleagues and friends with a memento from the AORN Gift Store or make an honorary donation to the AORN Foundation.
Show Your Commitment to Patient SafetyHelp raise awareness of the importance of adhering to AORN Standards and Recommended Practices to ensure safe patient care. Commit to supporting a "Time Out" for Every Patient, Every Time. You can also join us in paving the Pathway to Patient Safety!
Engage the Future of Perioperative NursingCreate community awareness of the perioperative role in patient safety. Visit local schools to create understanding of and interest in perioperative nursing. New resources, tips and member success stories are available to help you connect with middle and high school students.
Advocate for Perioperative NursesSend a letter to your elected official(s) to educate them about perioperative nurses. One of the most effective methods for influencing public policy is direct communication between constituents and elected officials.
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Top 10 Ideas to Celebrate PNW
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Celebrate Your Staff and Colleagues
Send an AORN Logo Gift Item
Make a donation to the AORN Foundation
Help pave the Pathway to Patient Safety
Additional Resources
History of Perioperative Nurse Week
Career Pathway
Share Your Story with AORN
How do you celebrate Perioperative Nurse Week? Do you have a success story or program you'd like to share with others? Submit your idea today!