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.

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) announces the launch of the AORN Center of Excellence (COE) in Surgical Safety: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) award program.

The 2025 AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo, the premier event for perioperative nurses and the entire surgical team, takes place April 5-8, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts.

AORN’s DEI Chapter Project united 14 chapters, aiding 1,500 people with school supplies, coats, food, and more.

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Wyatt, PhD, RN, NEA-BC, CNOR, FAORN, FAAN, as its new Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director, effective February 10.