represents the interests of more than 160,000 perioperative nurses and provides nursing education, standards, and services that enable optimal outcomes for patients undergoing operative and other invasive procedures. Our over 41,000 registered nurse members facilitate the management, teaching, and practice of perioperative nursing education, or are engaged in perioperative research. Our members also include perioperative nurses who work in related business and industry sectors.
AORN collaborates with professional and regulatory organizations, industry leaders, and other health care partners who support our mission. Our clinical and administrative staff serves on the committees and boards of approximately 30 professional associations to protect and improve safe perioperative practices.