National Nurses Week 2025

Periop nurses, you are incredible. 

You care, lead, and inspire—every shift, every patient. This week is all about celebrating you, and AORN is here to show our gratitude with several resources to help you and your colleagues in your practice:

• Spread the positive vibes: Download a free National Nurses Week poster to proudly display in your facility.
• Polish your skills, grow your career (and win!): Save $20 on the AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice and be entered to win one of three prizes. Use the coupon code GB-NNW25 at checkout by May 12. We'll randomly select three winners, who will receive their choice of one free Knowledge Assessment, Periop 202 course, or Periop Mastery 2.0 course.
• BOGO alert for ASC leaders: Register for ASC Academy: Administrator Essentials and get bonus access to ASC Academy: Emergency Drills. Claim this deal by May 24—add both courses to your cart and use promo code EMERGENCY at checkout.
• $1 for a two-month trial membership: Yes, you read that right. Sign up now for a trial membership and start using AORN's trusted resources to elevate your practice.*
• Knowledge is power: Check out our robust resource hub—it’s packed with helpful tools and tips to keep you learning and growing.
• Self-care is the best care: Need help combating stress? AORN membership includes an e-membership with the American Nurses Association (ANA), who has some awesome self-care resources.
• Free ANA webinars: Check out Redefining and Elevating the Value of Nursing and more during the week. 
  
• Be the next Periop Portrait: Got a story from the OR or some advice that’s stuck with you? We’d love to hear it and share it with the periop community.
• Be boastful on social: Use any of these examples to share your periop pride and recognize your fellow nurses. Be sure to use #PeriopProud!
  • Tag a hero and highlight their strengths.
    Example: “Huge shoutout to @[colleague’s username] for always stepping up and keeping our OR strong. You make a difference every day. #PeriopProud”
  • Share inspiring quotes and tag AORN
    Example: “Author Donna Wilk Cardillo said, "Nurses are the heart of healthcare." Isn't that the truth! Big thanks to all the amazing periop nurses out there. #PeriopProud @AORN”
  • Celebrate wins and promote teamwork
    Example: “When it’s tough, we step up. That’s what it means to be periop. #PeriopProud”
  • Keep it short and sweet with visuals
    Example: “Mask on, gloves ready, let’s do what we do best! 💪 Sending strength to my OR crew today!  #PeriopProud”