About EORNA
The voice of perioperative nursing in Europe
Who we are
EORNA is the European voice of perioperative nurses, uniting national associations to promote excellence in surgical care across borders.
What we do
We advance perioperative nursing through education, professional standards, advocacy, and collaboration across Europe.
EORNA history
Since 1980, EORNA has grown from informal meetings to a leading European organisation shaping the future of perioperative care.
Membership
Connecting Europe’s perioperative nurses
Why join EORNA
Discover the benefits of becoming part of Europe’s leading perioperative nursing network, from professional development to international collaboration.
Members
EORNA brings together national perioperative nursing associations from across Europe—explore our members and connect with their work.
Member area
Access exclusive resources, communications, and collaborative tools through the secure EORNA Member Area on Basecamp.
Your network. Your growth.
Activities
Shaping perioperative practice
EORNA congress
Held every two years, the EORNA Congress brings perioperative nurses together from across Europe to share knowledge, research, and best practice.
EORNA ACE accreditation
Our ACE Accreditation programme recognises high-quality perioperative education and training that meets European standards.
EPND
Celebrated each February, EPND highlights the vital role of perioperative nurses and raises awareness of safe surgical care across Europe.
Resources
Tools for safer surgical care
EORNA guidelines
Our evidence-based guidelines support perioperative nurses across Europe in delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
EORNA webinars
Stay up to date with the latest perioperative practices and innovations through our expert-led webinars.
MYORCO project
MYORCO is a European research project that strengthens the resilience and well-being of operating room nurses through training and collaboration.
Corporate Partners
Partnering for progress in perioperative care
Our corporate sponsors
We are proud to work with trusted industry sponsors who share our commitment to advancing perioperative nursing.
EORNA collaborations
Through collaborations with leading organisations, EORNA drives progress in education, research and patient safety.
Why partner with EORNA?
Partnering with EORNA offers unique opportunities to engage with perioperative nurses across Europe and support the profession’s future.
