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In 2025, AORN’s government affairs advanced protections for perioperative nurses and strengthened the nursing workforce pipeline at both the state and federal levels, while continuing to build momentum on surgical smoke legislation in state legislatures across the country.

Sterile processing staffing shortages continue to challenge perioperative teams nationwide. In this Periop Life blog, one leader shares five proven strategies her team used to strengthen recruitment, training, and retention.

With an uptick in healthcare litigation, nurses and nurse leaders can protect themselves with better documentation and other smart strategies.

Nurse coach Rose Sherman shows how to actually rest and gives leaders a step-by-step guide to hit the ground running in the new year.

This article outlines tips, tricks, and strategies to survive your first 30 days while rotating through an unfamiliar surgical specialty and to help you project confidence in a new-to-you surgical specialty.

This flashcard game tests your knowledge of total knee arthroplasty instruments.

Robotic surgical systems are known for their enhanced precision during minimally invasive procedures. This article provides insights on the da Vinci surgical system and tips to be successful working in the robotic room.

Although most colleagues are helpful and kind, some can be more difficult to work with. The Masked Maven provides advice on working with those challenging coworkers.

Test your knowledge about malignant hyperthermia with this five-question quiz.

To reduce frustration, it is essential to identify ways to stay organized during every surgical case. This article provides four organization tips for perioperative nurses.

Explore AORN’s 2026 guideline update for surgical energy devices: dual-foil return electrodes, jewelry safety, active electrode monitoring, fire prevention, and IED management. Learn evidence-based practices to improve perioperative safety and optimize outcomes in modern operating rooms.

Artificial intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept in surgery—it’s reshaping how OR teams identify delays, boost efficiency, and make data-driven decisions in real time. Nicholas DeStefano shares how AdventHealth Celebration turned early resistance into measurable gains using AI to transform surgical performance.

The updated 2026 AORN Guideline for Instrument Cleaning introduces several new and updated recommendations, including enhanced PPE, borescope inspections, cooling devices for decontamination staff, cleaning verification, perfusion technology for lumened instruments, and protocols for delayed processing. Find key takeaways that strengthen safety and standardization in the perioperative settings.

Explore 5 practical strategies to build a people-first culture in the OR, including hiring for engagement, fostering psychological safety, and leading with trust. These leadership approaches help perioperative teams feel supported, connected, and empowered to thrive.

AORN has announced the 2026 Class of Fellows of AORN (FAORN), celebrating perioperative nurse leaders whose lifelong contributions strengthen surgical safety and elevate perioperative practice. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in leadership, education, research, and evidence-based clinical care.

AORN has joined forces with the Uniformed Services University, Brooke Army Medical Center, and military nurse educators to create member-exclusive webinars. The collaboration translates real-world military and clinical experience into evidence-based learning.

Nursing professional development practitioners must be knowledgeable about learning theories in education and educational psychology to design effective classroom learning experiences. Structured onboarding programs support transition to practice and can influence nurse satisfaction and retention.

Novice nurses can help enhance patient care by prioritizing punctuality in commencing the first case, efficiently managing turnaround times, and implementing evidence-based protocols. This article will explore ways to make every minute count in patient care.

Perioperative Nurses Week is a time for perioperative nurses to celebrate and recognize the clinical excellence, advocacy, dedication, and compassion they bring to every perioperative patient.

Leaders can uncover the shame and fear in a team member to help them thrive. Use these tips, such as showing the evidence, to unravel imposter syndrome.