AORN Appalachian Area Chapter

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) aims to unite registered nurses in maintaining the highest professional standards of perioperative nursing practice to encourage optimal care of the patient before, during and after operative and other invasive procedures.



Recent News & Announcements

Invite your chapter to co‑sponsor a fun virtual Bingo Night on November 7 with AORN CT 0701 to support the AORN Foundation! Enjoy 10 games, great...

Posted by Association of periOperative Registered Nurses in AORN Foundation

Join AORN for a 1.5-day virtual, live advanced course for Medical Laser Safety Officer training, to ensure you have the most current information...

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Upcoming Events

MAR
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Webinar/Online

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 7:00pm ET

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MAR
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Webinar/Online

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 1:00pm ET

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New Orleans, LA

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 8:00am CT

Posted in AORN HQ Announcements

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On-Demand CE Activities

The Guideline for Sterilization provides guidance for perioperative teams about sterilizing reusable medical devices to be used in perioperative and procedural settings.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until September 10, 2026

This presentation will review the new guideline for enhanced recovery after surgery.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until October 17, 2026

Perioperative team members will gain knowledge of the evidence-based recommendations included in the updated AORN guideline for sharps safety to help prevent sharps injuries.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until December 17, 2026

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Job Opportunities

Baltimore, MD · Position at DAVITA

Posting Date03/02/20265315 York Road, Baltimore, Maryland, 21212-3830, United States of AmericaDaVita is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our...

Randallstown, MD · Position at LifeBridge Health

SummaryJoin our Acute Medical Care Unit at Northwest Hospital! Our Acute Medical Care Unit is a fast-paced, dynamic environment dedicated to...

Towson, MD · Position at Sheppard Pratt

Our Child and Adolescent Neuropsychiatric Unit, located in Towson, MD (Baltimore County), is a specialized inpatient unit for the psychiatric...

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