Association of periOperative Registered Nurses

The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses is the national association committed to improving patient safety in the surgical setting.



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Nashville, TN

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:30am CT

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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

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

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

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