AORN Membership Types

No matter what stage of your perioperative journey you’re in, you’ll get resources specific to your needs. View AORN’s different membership types below.

RN Memberships
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New to Profession Membership

If you're in the first three years of your perioperative nursing career, this membership is for you. Get resources and support to help you grow with confidence. 

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Standard Membership

Get access to clinical tools and best practices, continuing education, industry news, and research, career development, and connect with peers locally and nationally. 

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Leader Membership

Whether you’re new to managing or are a seasoned executive, get the education, resources, and support you need to lead your team forward.

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Organizational Membership (RN and Non-RN)

Available for Ambulatory Surgical centers, facilities, or industry partners to meet the education and professional development needs of new and experienced perioperative nursing staff.

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AORN/APSNA Membership

This joint membership with the American Pediatric Surgical Nurses Association gives OR nurses dedicated to the pediatric surgical specialty the benefits of both association communities.

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Retired Membership

Help mentor the younger generation of perioperative nurses and stay connected with the latest in perioperative nursing for only $40.

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Non-RN Memberships
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Associate Membership

Non-RN perioperative team members and industry partners get many of the same great benefits - including access to clinical resources, and community. 

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Student Membership

Already on your path to becoming an OR nurse? Get tools and resources to prepare for a challenging and fulfilling career for only $20.

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