AORN

04/14/2026

Two Gloves Are Better Than One. So is Two Times Your Donation

This April, Mölnlycke is matching every donation to the AORN Foundation, up to $10,000. Your $25 becomes $50. Your $100 becomes $200. Your impact? Doubled.

Together, we can create a safer environment for both patients and healthcare professionals Double Glove and Double Give to Support the AORN Foundation! https://bit.ly/3P6XB64

04/14/2026

04/14/2026

Join us for Leader Exchange: Clearing the Air Through Nurse Advocacy, as we explore how nurse advocacy is driving legislative action and workplace change to address the dangers of surgical smoke.

Advocacy plays a key role in reducing the dangers of smoke in the OR.

Learn the strategies, objectives, opportunities, and best practices so you can become a difference maker in reducing the dangers of surgical smoke.

Join the conversation and learn the tools and strategies to make a difference: https://bit.ly/4vsPdBq

Sponsored by CONMED

04/13/2026

The planned revision of the Guideline for Surgical Specimen Management is now open for public comment.

This update identifies surgical specimen loss as a never event and shares evidence-based recommendations to help perioperative teams reduce process variability, strengthen chain-of-custody practices, and support safe, consistent specimen management.

You’ll also find guidance for special handling - breast cancer specimens, radioactive specimens, and prion disease specimens - plus recommendations for pre-op planning, verification checkpoints, education and competency, and quality improvement.

Public comments are open through April 20 - we’d love your feedback. https://bit.ly/3wllY9J

04/13/2026

It's the last day to vote for the AORN Board of Directors and Nominating Committee! Your input helps shape leadership and priorities in our profession.

Cast your vote by 11:59 PM CST tonight and make an impact! https://bit.ly/45EHMM9

04/13/2026

We're very happy to share that James Cousin II, AORN's SVP & Chief Financial Officer, was the recipient of the 2026 Jerry G. Peers Distinguished Service Award at Expo on Sunday!

While not a perioperative nurse, this year’s Jerry G. Peers Award recipient has devoted 25 remarkable years as one of AORN’s strongest advocates, influencing the association’s direction and ensuring its enduring strength and legacy.

Over the years, James has worked in close partnership with the Board, executive leadership, and staff to advance AORN’s strategic and financial goals. He helped guide the organization through some of its most challenging and defining moments—including the Great Recession, the COVID-19 pandemic, and the successful 2025 business turnaround. His financial oversight of AORN and its subsidiaries has ensured strong reserves and long-term financial stability to sustain and advance our mission.

In addition to James’ financial stewardship, this individual helped launch AORN’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program in the summer of 2020. Serving as Chief Diversity Officer until 2025, he guided measurable progress by increasing diversity across membership, staff, and the Board; expanding inclusive education for perioperative nurses nationwide; and strengthening AORN’s engagement with underserved communities. Through this work, James helped build a culture of trust and belonging rooted in AORN’s values.

04/11/2026

A heartfelt thank you to our Platinum Sponsors supporting !

Your investment in education, innovation, and perioperative excellence empowers nurses and surgical teams everywhere. Your support truly helps move our profession forward. Thank you!

04/10/2026

One more day until doors open for AORN Expo 2026!

Hear from AORN Board Member Rebecca Vortman, DNP, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, shares why AORN Expo continues to be important for perioperative leaders.

Be there April 11–14 in New Orleans: https://bit.ly/46Rm48R

04/09/2026

We’re excited to announce our participation at the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) Global Surgical Conference & Expo in New Orleans, April 11-14. Johnson & Johnson joins AORN’s Mission Partner Program, an initiative that brings together industry leaders committed to advancing the perioperative profession.

Join us at Booth #801 to learn about our extensive product portfolio and experience a hands-on demonstration of a new surgical product.

We look forward to sharing our surgical innovations with the nursing community!