AORN Education and Upcoming Events

Based on AORN’s Guidelines for Perioperative Practice - Minimally Invasive Surgery: Guideline Update 2023.

We’re working on upcoming sessions centered around topics submitted by our audience. Check back soon for new releases! Have an idea for a future topic, or interested in becoming a panelist for Leader Exchange? Contact Jake Runion at [email protected].

Learn how to prepare for, recognize, and treat various obstetric emergencies that may arise during pregnancy.

This webinar delves into the ongoing and necessary battle against racism in our profession, emphasizing why this work remains crucial in today's healthcare landscape. This webinar offers a valuable opportunity for reflection, education, and action.

Outpatient surgery leaders will experience educational opportunities and learn about new technologies that support improved patient care in outpatient settings. Attend September 30 – October 1, 2026.

AORN Center for Perioperative Leadership and national productivity expert Pamela Hunt, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN have teamed up for insightful leadership course to help you fine tune your understanding of financial and operational concepts vital to your success in your role.

Introduces the perioperative registered nurse (RN) to the elements of a culture of safety and the effect of human factors on delivery of care.

Explore the updated Guideline for Sterilization Packaging Systems, offering essential guidance for perioperative teams on selecting and using sterilization packaging systems for surgical and invasive procedures.

Learn specific behaviors to participate in patient and family educational activities.

Based on AORN’s Guidelines for Perioperative Practice - Patient Information Management: Guideline Update 2022.

Learn how to apply safety principles specific to care of patient in the surgical suite.

Learn evidence-based practices for skin preps; types of prepping agents; prepping procedures; and documentation for common types of surgery.

Periop 101: A Core Curriculum ASC is the premier perioperative training program for nurses entering the ambulatory setting.

Designed for new and returning labor and delivery nurses who participate in Cesarean section procedures, this hybrid course provides the necessary clinical foundation for safe surgical practice.