Revamped ASC Administrator Course with Mock Survey

Online course helps new ASC administrators hit the ground running in their 1st year.

Leaders: Don't Dread Budget Season

Build Your Confidence in FTE and Capital Budgeting.

Save the Date | April 5-8, 2025

Be the first to know when registration opens AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo in Boston.

News & Updates

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HealthStream Customers

Periop 101 is now only available through AORN for renewal/purchase. See what this means for you. View Details.

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We can make a difference!

Thanks to your unwavering support, AORN Foundation awarded scholarships to 113 students for the 2024-2025 year. Pay it Forward.

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Public Commenting Opened Sept. 10

The Guideline for Transmission-Based Precautions is open through Oct. 11. Comment Now.

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200 CH at Your Fingertips

Your membership includes award-winning CNE articles from the Journal. Start Earning CH.

Join AORN as we share the story of surgical advancements, the evolution of nursing and improved patient outcomes.

Elevate Your Practice: Exclusive Member Benefits

Access Guidelines Essentials implementation tools, a wealth of educational materials, clinical best practices with complimentary continuing education contact hours, and more to enhance your skills.

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Spotlight on Education

Prepare for Success on the CNOR Exam

Prep for CNOR® Online is a self-paced course that helps to prepare you for success on the CNOR Exam and to support your professional development.
Included with AORN Membership when joining or renewing.

Learn More About Prep for CNOR® Online

The AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice book is the foundational source of evidence-based recommendations needed in every OR. The 2024 edition includes 35 Guidelines and critical updates.

Using evidence-based guidelines, AORN defines the standards that help keep healthcare workers and surgical patients safe – while also providing education and resources to support high-quality care.

AORN Governance

A 12-member Board of Directors, chosen from and elected by the membership, are responsible for the strategic vision and financial sustainability of AORN.

Members also are elected to the National Nominating Committee, which approves candidates for the ballot.

Learn more about voting and how to get involved.

Periop Life

Become a Corporate Sponsor

  • Exhibit, sponsor, and reach highly engaged attendees at the largest surgical conference in the world
  • Implement targeted advertising to strategically connect with the largest perioperative database in the U.S.
  • Strategically support face-to-face events, education, and guideline resources
  • Gather first-hand insight on your products or services from perioperative professionals who use them every day

AORN Distinguished Awards and Recognition

AORN is honored to receive a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) award from the Denver Business Journal.

We have been recognized as a “Top Workplace” by The Denver Post, and our employee engagement scores are consistently in the highest category.

Denver Business Journal - Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Awards