Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Together, We re Better
Who Is AORN? The Association of perioperative Registered Nurses AORN is the global leader in providing nursing education, standards, and clinical practice resources, offers unparalleled guidance from nursing leaders and exclusive resources. AORN is the voice of over 160,000 perioperative nurses, representing: Over 41,000 active members Over 40 different practice areas and a dozen specialties. 275+ local chapters, 16 special interest groups, and 30 state councils
AORN s Mission Promote safety and optimal outcomes for patients undergoing operative and other invasive procedures by providing practice support and professional development opportunities to perioperative nurses.
AORN Member Benefits ANA affiliate membership AORN Journal, AORN Journal Online and Periop Insider subscriptions Continuing Education resources Clinical Practice tools Networking opportunities ORNurseLink - online perioperative community Career Center Academic and professional scholarships Exclusive member programs and savings
ANA Affiliate Membership Complimentary 1-Year ANA Affiliate Membership Access to ANA s online resources Smart Briefs daily news feeds Free and discounted CE ANA policy statements and publication archives Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature Periodicals: American Nurse Today, The American Nurse, The Online Journal of Issues in Nursing (OJIN)
AORN Publications Award-winning AORN Journal (print & online) Premier source for professional and practical perioperative nursing information Educational opportunities AORN Connections Periop Insider weekly e-newsletter News, Trends Hot topic discussions on ORNurseLink Popular Question of the Week Quizzes to test your knowledge
Continuing Education AORN is committed to providing members with valuable resources to meet your continuing education and professional development needs, including: Access to over 50 free CEs Free webinars Academic and professional scholarship opportunities Online course (Periop 101, Periop Mastery program, Prep for CNOR, specialty education modules) AORN events Additional resources for educators
Clinical Practice AORN offers a wealth of clinical practice tools and resources to help support your perioperative career, and promote perioperative standards, including: Guidelines for Perioperative Practice Patient and Workplace Safety Tool Kits Clinical FAQs and Nurse Consultation services Position Statements Guidelines Implementation tools Ambulatory Surgery Center resources Nursing resources
Guidelines for Perioperative Practice The evidence-based AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice includes over 30 guidelines : Aseptic Practice (Hand Hygiene, Surgical Attire) Equipment & Product Safety (Laser Safety, Electrosurgery) Patient & Worker Safety (Safe Environment of Care, Sharps Safety) Patient Care (Patient Positioning, Moderate Sedation ) Sterilization & Disinfection (Anesthesia Equipment, Disinfection) Ambulatory supplements The AORN Guidelines available in multiple formats Book, Online, CDs, ebook
Networking AORN members stay connected through varied networking opportunities Access to AORN s network of over 41,000 members Local Chapter or virtual e-chapter Specialty Assembly Groups AORN Surgical Conference & Expo Celebrate perioperative nursing professionals, earn contact hours, speakers, breakout sessions
ORNurseLink - Online Community ORNurseLink online perioperative community View latest resources and trending topics; read, post and participate in discussions, and connect with and learn from colleagues
Career Center AORN s Career Center is your online resource for every stage of your OR career. Community groups provide mentorship, guidance in your career Career Pathway helps chart your OR career Career articles and tips AORN s annual salary survey and online calculator
AORN Foundation AORN Foundation supports perioperative nurses and advances surgical patient care through: Funding nursing scholarships, research, and educational resources Academic scholarship opportunities to advance your career Professional development scholarships to maintain competency
Exclusive Member Discounts AORN members receive discounts and special savings, including: AORN Journal CE Articles AORN Books AORN Surgical Conference & Expo, Events Online Courses Certified Nurse of the Operating Room (CNOR) Resources
Join AORN Today 3 easy ways to join AORN today! Mail in membership application Call AORN Member Services: 800-755-2676 Join online