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This article discusses the importance of teamwork in the operating room, acknowledging that no procedure can succeed without collaboration among surgical staff.

Effective management of surgical patients transferred from inpatient units requires careful preparation and awareness of unique challenges. Nurses must anticipate variations in patient conditions, medical devices, and hand-off procedures to ensure safety and smooth workflow in the operating room.

Nursing engagement is not dependent on years of experience but is driven by intrinsic motivators that inspire commitment and improvement in patient care. Nurses at any stage can be involved and contribute meaningfully to their workplace and profession by engaging in various activities and professional organizations.

With The Stitch, our hope was that novice nurses would have a supportive community to turn to for advice, tips and tricks, and new learning opportunities to bridge the knowledge-to-practice gap.

As you gaze around the OR and acknowledge the surgeon removing the tumor from the patient's abdomen and hand it to the scrub person as you prepare to collect the specimen, you cannot help but think, “Imagine if I had to handle some of these tasks without gloves?” You can silently thank Caroline Hampton and Joseph Bloodgood for avoiding that scenario as you place the tumor into a specimen cup.

One of the most exciting and controversial innovations currently being explored in the OR is the use of "black box" technology. Inspired by aviation's flight recorders, this sophisticated system of sensors and software,not a physical box, captures data with the goal of minimizing risks and improving team performance and patient outcomes.

As a perioperative nurse, you can mentally put yourself into a situation and think, “What would I have done?”

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.

Encoding information for long-term storage is a strategy that we can apply to teaching methodologies. It helps improve information recall and subsequently knowledge transfer for our learners.

A new nurse asks for advice about the patient pickup process.

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) has entered into a Mission Partnership with Solventum, marking a strategic collaboration focused on supporting perioperative nurses and advancing safe surgery.

Connecting clinical excellence directly to leadership expectations is essential in developing strong perioperative leaders. Establishing this connection ensures that leaders possess both the necessary clinical expertise and the leadership skills to guide their teams effectively.

AORN has announced Stryker as a Mission Partner, marking the highest level of strategic collaboration within AORN’s partnership program. The year-round partnership focuses on advancing perioperative education, engaging nurse leaders, and supporting initiatives that strengthen safe surgical care.

The 2026 AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo, held April 11–14 in New Orleans, brings perioperative nurses together for evidence-based education, hands-on learning, and professional connection.

Surgical smoke evacuation legislation is under consideration in eleven states during the 2026 legislative sessions.

Connecting clinical excellence directly to leadership expectations is essential in developing strong perioperative leaders. Establishing this connection ensures that leaders possess both the necessary clinical expertise and the leadership skills to guide their teams effectively.

When I first came into leadership, I was so worried that I wouldn't be accepted or would be questioned publicly with something I should know but could not answer. No matter the specialty or issue, taking the time to truly listen and learn from trusted stakeholders will help leaders increase confidence in these new spaces.

Wrong-site marking errors don’t start with the marker—they start with small mismatches that slip through busy handoffs. This fast, practical read gives you the checks, scripts, and "sterile cockpit" habits that help teams catch discrepancies early and protect every patient, every case.

In the high-pressure world of the OR, it’s easy to focus on procedures and protocols, but connecting with patients through clear, compassionate communication is just as essential. Strong communication improves outcomes, builds trust, and ensures patients feel safe in your care.