AORN Perioperative Nursing Research Symposium
Perioperative Nurses Leading Research
Whether you're already a devoted researcher, or curious about how you might make your mark on perioperative practice through a research project, join your colleagues at AORN's annual Perioperative Nursing Research Symposium taking place live online over two, 4-hour sessions, from 10:00am-2:00pm MT, January 21 & 22, 2026.
Why Attend?
AORN believes it is vital for nurses to contribute to the body of scientific knowledge around the care of surgical patients from the nursing perspective. This complimentary symposium spotlights how perioperative nursing research is shaping the profession, advancing evidence-based practices, and improving patient care and outcomes.
Participants will:
- Learn how to fill gaps in evidence and advance perioperative practice.
- Interact with colleagues who will present their research.
- Discover the steps to disseminate evidence-based practice or research project findings.
- Get ideas and mentoring from leading periop nurse researchers.
- Receive up to 8 ANCC CH
"With a deep commitment to advancing perioperative nursing research, I recognize the vital importance of this work in shaping clinical practice and improving patient outcomes. The AORN Nursing Research Symposium serves as an essential forum for sharing innovative research and fostering collaboration among professionals dedicated to advancing perioperative nursing science. By highlighting high-quality research and evidence based projects, we can collectively enhance patient safety and elevate the standards of care within our field. I look forward to the impactful discussions and discoveries that will emerge from this year's symposium."
