FEBRUARY 2009
In this issue ...
BREAKING NEWS
Controlling noise in the OR
Noise pollution can interfere with communication among surgical team members and impact patient care.
Perioperative News Update
AORN join the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Institute for Healthcare Improvement in challenging hospitals to incorporate the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist within the next 90 days, APIC expands its 'Targeting Zero' initiative in 2009, and more.
FROM HEADQUARTERS
Counting the days until Congress
AORN gears up for its annual Congress in Chicago, March 14-19.
Preparing for the House of Delegates
With help from members, proposed AORN bylaws changes will prepare AORN for future growth.
AORN launches online CE program
AORN Journal online continuing education library makes it easier to earn needed CE contact hours.
Building our Foundation
AORN Foundation shares how Foundation dollars support members and the perioperative nursing community.
FROM THE BOARD
Looking ahead
AORN President-Elect Patrick Voight asks members to look toward the future through tough economic times.
IN FOCUS
Strengthening worldwide partnerships
Connecting with the global community to advance perioperative nursing and patient safety is an important focus planned for Congress 2009 in Chicago.
SPECIALTY ASSEMBLIES
Networking with SAs at Congress
Members who participate in AORN's Speacialty Assemblies will have formal and informal opportunities to network with fellow colleagues at Congress in Chicago.
MEMBERS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Rallying for a common cause
When Elouise Hardy is on a mission to improve her practice, advance her profession and speak out about important issues, she is unstoppable. Her latest mission is to inspire colleagues to become active AORN legislative grassroots members.
FROM THE FIELD
Catch the wave to patient safety
AORN members meet outside of the OR to focus on patient safety.
Visit AORN's news archive to read past stories in AORN Connections and AORN Management Connections.