Perioperative Nurse Career Pathway
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Explore Paths to the Operating Room and Beyond
- Allow AORN to guide you through your perioperative journey with the right education and support
- Gain access to the necessary tools, resources, product overviews, and more to make informed decisions about your career
- Membership opens access to a vital community of opportunities
![student-500x500-030424 Student learning in the OR.](/images/default-source/careers/pathway/student-500x500-030424.jpg?sfvrsn=bd2bb40a_4)
Prelicensure Student
Explore perioperative nursing, an exciting career choice that combines high-touch and high-tech into your practice. Learn more
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New Periop Nurse (<1 yr)
Build a solid foundation using resources that strengthen your clinical skills and improve patient outcomes. Learn more
![emerging-500x500-030424 Periop nurse learning new skills.](/images/default-source/careers/pathway/emerging-500x500-030424.jpg?sfvrsn=89edf837_4)
Emerging Periop Nurse (2 yrs)
Grow your competence by identifying knowledge gaps and pursuing new clinical skills. Learn more
![experienced-500x500-022824 Experienced Periop Nurses in OR](/images/default-source/careers/pathway/experienced-500x500-022824.jpg?sfvrsn=8b92ea84_3)
Experienced Periop Nurse (3 -5 yrs)
Expand your clinical expertise and demonstrate it through certification. Learn more
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Educator
Extend your love for teaching others into a vital role as an educator. Learn more
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Advanced Clinical
Shape clinical practice & amplify your passion for patient care or workplace improvement. Learn more
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Leadership
Spark collaboration & success among teams and thrive as a leader. Learn more
How can AORN help me navigate my pathway?
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