EORNA EORNA was founded in 1980 by a group of innovative European perioperative nurses and formally launch There are currently 24 member associations.

EORNA was founded in 1980 by a group of innovative European perioperative nurses and formally launched in Copenhagen Denmark in 1992. The EORNA board is comprised of at most two representatives from the official associations in each member country. Board meetings are held bi-annually, in different member countries. The official language of EORNA is English. EORNA exists to enhance and develop peri

operative patient care across Europe. It does this by:
Promoting and maintaining a high standard of perioperative patient care
Being the influential voice of perioperative nurses in Europe
Linking and collaborating with relevant European and international organizations

🌱 Sustainable surgery is about much more than reducing waste.Perioperative nurses help shape safer, more sustainable ope...
22/07/2026

🌱 Sustainable surgery is about much more than reducing waste.

Perioperative nurses help shape safer, more sustainable operating rooms every day through the decisions they make before, during and after surgery.

In our newest EORNA blog, Cathrine Heen, Chair of the EORNA Scientific Committee, explains why perioperative nurses are at the heart of creating environmentally responsible surgical care while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety.

Read the latest blog here:
👉 https://loom.ly/DvElqMo

How is your team making surgery more sustainable? We'd love to hear your ideas in the comments.

Patient safety relies on simple, consistent actions carried out every day in the operating room.EORNA has brought togeth...
16/07/2026

Patient safety relies on simple, consistent actions carried out every day in the operating room.

EORNA has brought together 15 Surgical Safety Actions into three practical cards designed to support perioperative teams in delivering safer care.

Download the full set via the EPND page and use them in your daily practice.

https://loom.ly/_HnYD-s

Maintaining a sterile environment is fundamental to safe surgery.Sterile gowning plays a vital role in protecting both p...
15/07/2026

Maintaining a sterile environment is fundamental to safe surgery.

Sterile gowning plays a vital role in protecting both patients and surgical teams. MYORCO provides clear, structured guidance to support best practice in every operating room.

Explore MYORCO here: https://loom.ly/P_ZbtJg

Photo Credit: Põhja-Eesti Regionaalhaigla

🎓 Congratulations to the next generation of perioperative nursing researchers!EORNA is delighted to congratulate six Bac...
14/07/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the next generation of perioperative nursing researchers!

EORNA is delighted to congratulate six Bachelor of Nursing students from Artevelde University of Applied Sciences on completing an excellent research project examining the recognition of perioperative nurses across 13 European countries.

Working with the support of VVOV and EORNA, the students compared competencies and educational requirements and created an interactive website that makes it easy to compare perioperative nursing education across Europe.

Their work provides valuable insights for educators, professional associations and policymakers, helping to support greater harmonisation and recognition of the perioperative nursing profession.

Congratulations to the students and their supervisors on this outstanding achievement. We are proud to have supported this important project.

🔗 Explore the interactive website:
https://loom.ly/JTpcqeo

Perioperative Safety – Bringing It All TogetherOver the past few weeks, we have shared a series of safety actions design...
13/07/2026

Perioperative Safety – Bringing It All Together

Over the past few weeks, we have shared a series of safety actions designed to support everyday practice in the operating theatre.

Each one has focused on strengthening:

Responsibility – through consistent use of safety protocols, checklists, and correct handling of surgical items
Teamwork – through clear communication, collaboration, and creating a culture where speaking up is safe
Education – through infection prevention, evidence-based practice, and continuous learning

While each action stands alone, together they reinforce a culture of safety that benefits both patients and theatre teams.

Safety is built every day, by every member of the perioperative team.

👉 Download the action card here: https://loom.ly/TmW2yPA

⏳ Only one week left!Did you collect a B. Braun Skin Closure Competition sample pack at the EORNA Congress in Dubrovnik?...
10/07/2026

⏳ Only one week left!

Did you collect a B. Braun Skin Closure Competition sample pack at the EORNA Congress in Dubrovnik?

Don't forget to submit your clinical case study before 15 July.

Share your experience using:
✅ Topical skin adhesives
✅ Knotless intradermal sutures
✅ Or a combination of both

Your case could help advance perioperative practice while giving you the chance to win:
🏆 Presentation of your case in an EORNA webinar
🏆 Free registration for the EORNA Congress 2028

If you took home a sample pack, we'd love to see how you've used it in practice.

Find everything you need to enter here:
EORNA Skin Closure Competition

Good luck!

As EORNA President, Esther Espuñes is committed to strengthening the voice of perioperative nurses across Europe and ens...
08/07/2026

As EORNA President, Esther Espuñes is committed to strengthening the voice of perioperative nurses across Europe and ensuring our profession is represented where decisions about safe surgery and patient safety are made.

Her vision is to:

💙 Strengthen collaboration between European countries.
💙 Champion education, research and innovation.
💙 Increase EORNA's influence with European healthcare stakeholders.
💙 Build strategic partnerships that improve patient safety.
💙 Ensure every member association has a voice in shaping EORNA's future.

As Esther says:

"A strong association in Europe can lead the advancement of professional practice, patient safety and the future of perioperative nursing."

Together, we will continue to promote excellence in perioperative care because safe surgery starts with us.

What do you think is the biggest opportunity for perioperative nursing in Europe? Share your thoughts in the comments.

How can operating rooms reduce their environmental impact while maintaining safe patient care?A new study published in S...
30/06/2026

How can operating rooms reduce their environmental impact while maintaining safe patient care?

A new study published in Scientific Reports explores the environmental footprint of different methods used to manage intra-operative fluid waste.

Using a life cycle assessment approach, researchers compared a closed fluid waste management system with traditional surgical canister drainage. The findings add to the growing body of evidence around sustainable perioperative practices.

Evidence-based research plays an important role in helping healthcare teams and hospitals make informed decisions about patient care and environmental responsibility.

Read the study here: https://loom.ly/yG2TrkY

Droog L et al. (2025) Scientific Reports

Clear communication within the surgical team is essential for patient safety.When everyone is aligned and informed, erro...
26/06/2026

Clear communication within the surgical team is essential for patient safety.

When everyone is aligned and informed, errors are reduced and outcomes improve.

Teamwork truly matters.

Documenting incidents and near misses is a key part of improving patient safety.By learning from what happens, periopera...
19/06/2026

Documenting incidents and near misses is a key part of improving patient safety.

By learning from what happens, perioperative teams can reduce risk and prevent future harm.

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