ACORN Tasmania
Tasmanian Operating Room Nurses (TORN) was formed in 1973 on the initiative of Sister Monica Stone (Toby). TORN became a founding member of ACORN and hosted the ACORN national conference in 1990. In 2016, TORN became ACORN Tasmania and continues to implement its founders' vision through study days and financial assistance for members.
Upcoming Events
Events
- ACORN Christmas Closure 21st December 2024 ACORN is closed during this period over the Christmas and New Years period. more
- VPNG State Conference 8th August 2025 Victorian Perioperative Nurses Group State Conference Innovation and excellence: Leading the future in perioperative nursing more
Latest News
News
- ACORN Standards: PPSPNs Update 18th September 2024 The ACORN Professional Practice Standards for Perioperative Nurses (PPSPNs) have been updated. Please visit the PPSPN amendments website for details on amendments and a webinar outlining the updates. ... 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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JPN: Strategies to prevent inadvertent retained surgical items
19th June 2023
Unintentionally retained surgical items (RSIs) remain a global concern despite the attempts for prevention. Strategies, including surgical count, radiography, radiofrequency technology, barcode technology show promise in preventing RSIs. An integrative review reveals gaps in current standards for pe... ... more
