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

ICORN (Illinois Council of OR Nurses) will be having their annual meeting, a seminar and vendor fair on November 8th at Ascension Alexian Brothers....

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Join ICORN Business Zoom Meeting this Saturday, October 11th @10am. The link is below....

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Upcoming Events

OCT
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Webinar/Online

Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 1:00pm ET

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NOV
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Dearborn, MI

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 8:00am ET

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Webinar/Online

Thursday, November 13, 2025 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

Chicago, IL · Position at DAVITA

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Chicago, IL · Position at DAVITA

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Evanston, IL · Position at DAVITA

Posting Date10/28/20252650 Ridge AveRoom 3215, Evanston, Illinois, 60201-1718, United States of AmericaDaVita is seeking a Registered Nurse who is...

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