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.



Recent News & Announcements

Register for the AORN Expo during the month of December and you’ll be automatically entered to win one of three amazing travel prize packages! Each...

Posted by Association of periOperative Registered Nurses in AORN HQ Announcements

As you prepare for the end of the year, we want to let you know that AORN will be closed from Dec. 24, 2025 through Jan. 4, 2026. Our team will...

Posted by Association of periOperative Registered Nurses in AORN HQ Announcements

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Upcoming Events

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Webinar/Online

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

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Webinar/Online

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 1:00pm ET

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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

Granger, IN · Position at Elara Caring

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance...

Mishawaka, IN · Position at Elara Caring

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance...

Berwyn, IL · Position at ChenMed

ChenMed is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Home Health Case Manager, Acute Care Case Management for a nursing job in Berwyn, Illinois. Job...

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