The Columbia River Region of AORN
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
AORN is saddened and concerned about the fatal incident involving ICU Nurse, Alex Pretti, in Minneapolis on January 24. In line with our mission,...
Posted by Association of periOperative Registered Nurses in AORN HQ Announcements
The AORN Columbia River Chapter would like to extend our sincere thanks to Megan Maygra for her dedicated service and time on the Chapter Board....
Posted by Haley Mooster in Changes
Upcoming Events
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
Job Opportunities
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Our MedTech RN Clinical Educators experience a unique opportunity to employ their clinical nursing expertise in a new way outside patient care,...