The Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN) is Australia’s peak body of perioperative nursing and the largest specialist nursing college.
ACORN provides funds for research, professional development and patient safety resources, and publishes standards for perioperative nursing practice.
Events
- SSQCPE Public consultation: Specimen identification, collection and handling 15th January 2026 We are excited to announce that drafts of ACORN's clinical standards are now open for public comment! more
- PPSPN Public consultation: Nurse Practitioner (NP) 30th January 2026 We are excited to announce that drafts of ACORN's professional standards are now open for public comment! more
- PPSPN Public consultation: Enrolled nurse (EN) 31st January 2026 We are excited to announce that drafts of ACORN's professional standards are now open for public comment! more
News
- ACORN Standards: PPSPNs Update 18th September 2024 The ACORN Professional Practice Standards for Perioperative Nurses (PPSPNs) have been updated. Please visit the PPSPN am... ... more
- Bravura Laser Officer Scholarship OPEN 18th September 2024 Applications for the Bravura Laser Safety Officer (LSO) education scholarship are currently open. ... more
- Member benefit: Medcast Advanced courses discount and CPD points 18th September 2024 Enjoy 15% discount for Medcast Advanced courses. ... more
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