AORN East Metro 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.



Upcoming Events

AUG
25
Webinar/Online

Monday, August 25, 2025 at 9:00am ET

SEP
01
Webinar/Online

Monday, September 1, 2025 at 8:00am ET

SEP
01
Webinar/Online

Monday, September 1, 2025 at 9:00am ET

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Recent News & Announcements

The Guideline for Care of the Patient Receiving Local-Only is open for public comment August 20 – September 20, 2025, at...

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We’re inviting you to take a brief survey to share how you use the AORN Journal and how we can better support your professional needs. As a thank...

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Job Opportunities

Minneapolis, MN · Position at LHC Group

SummaryJoin us at our Walk-in Hiring Event on Wednesday, August 27th, from 3:00-6:00pm!We are hiring for an RN Case Manager in HospicePay: $36-45...

MN · Position at Wizehire

If you’re dedicated to helping others and are a friendly, compassionate healthcare professional, this may be the role for you! As a certified...

MN · Position at Wizehire

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse Manager to join our dynamic team. As a Registered Nurse Manager, you will be...

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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

Guideline for Surgical Attire with guidance for the perioperative RN for wearing surgical attire in semi-restricted and restricted areas, laundering, cleaning items, updates on disinfection criteria.

Clinical topics: Surgery

Offers 1.0 contact hour

Available until January 31, 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

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