AORN Chicago Chapter

Founded in 1962, the Chicago Chapter is comprised of approximately 300 Operating Room nurses, nursing students, retired nurses, as well as some industry representatives who belong to the chapter as Affiliate members. We are committed to the absolute best surgical patient care possible.

The Chicago Chapter of AORN mission is to promote safety and optimal outcomes for patients undergoing operative and other invasive procedures by providing practice support and professional development opportunities to perioperative nurses.



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Upcoming Events

NOV
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Webinar/Online

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 1:00pm ET

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JAN
21
Webinar/Online

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 10:00am MT

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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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Job Opportunities

Niles, MI · Position at Gifted Healthcare

Responsibilities Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN’s (PACU RNs) assess patients’ health in the pre-op state. PACU RNs are responsible for overseeing...

Niles, MI · Position at Gifted Healthcare

Responsibilities Post-Anesthesia Care Unit RN’s (PACU RNs) assess patients’ health in the pre-op state. PACU RNs are responsible for overseeing...

Portage, IN · Position at DAVITA

Posting Date11/18/20255823 US Highway 6, Portage, Indiana, 46368, United States of AmericaDaVita is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our...

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