AORN of The San Francisco Bay Area
As a chapter of the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), our mission is to promote safety and optimal outcomes for patients undergoing operative and other invasive procedures by providing practice support and professional development opportunities for our members in the San Francisco area.
San Francisco, CA
February 21st, 2026
Concord, CA
February 28th, 2026
Recent News & Announcements
The opportunity to be a delegate at AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo in New Orleans, LA, April 11-14, 2026, ends this Sunday, February...
Posted by Wanda Harkless-Johnson
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
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
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