AORN Believes
- Research should be the foundation for perioperative nursing practice.
- Evidence-based practice is fundamental to quality patient care.
- Incorporating research findings into perioperative nursing practice is a critical component of the continuing effort to improve patient outcomes.
Research Assistance
Nursing Research Topics
AORN topics for evidence-based practice and clinical scholarship include nursing priorities for patient safety, team functioning, systems of care deli...
Nursing Research Links
A selection of online resources providing articles, data, and reports on nursing practice and research.
Research Grants
AORN Foundation Grant
The AORN Foundation was accepting proposals for research studies focused on perioperative care. The Foundation awarded grants of up to $25,000 for research. Applications are now closed.
Literature Searches
AORN Journal
Stay up-to-date with the latest in evidence-based, clinical best practices through the award-winning, peer-reviewed AORN Journal. Availabl...
Literature Search FAQs
Get tips and answers to commonly asked questions about searching for content within the AORN Journal.
Literature Search Resources
Find articles, reports, and statistics to assist with nursing research.
Evidence-Based Practice & Research
How is a Guideline Created?
Download the infographic to learn how an AORN Guideline is created.
Certificate in the Fundamentals of Evidence-Based Practice
Are you consistently using the best evidence available to care for your patients? Evidence-based practice (EBP) is fundamental to quality patient care. It provides clinicians the tools needed to promote safer patient care and positive patient outcomes in all care settings.
Evidence Tables
These evidence tables provide additional detail on the evidence supporting AORN's Guidelines for Perioperative Practice.
Evidence Rating
Evidence rating is a process by which scientific evidence is used to support recommendations about clinical decisions.