AORN (Association of periOperative Registered Nurses) is the leading organization dedicated to advancing safe, high‑quality surgical care. It provides standardized clinical frameworks, evidence‑based guidelines, and educational resources that support perioperative nurses worldwide. One of its core systems, the Perioperative Nursing Data Set (PNDS), delivers a unified vocabulary for nursing diagnoses, interventions, and outcomes—ensuring clarity, consistency, and precision across surgical environments.
AORN’s digital tools, including the Synergy Online Companion Guide, help clinicians access structured knowledge, regulatory updates, and integrated data models that support safer workflows and better patient outcomes.
AORN project focuses on designing and developing a clear, structured, and visually guided interface for the Synergy Online Companion Guide. The goal is to help perioperative professionals quickly understand the PNDS framework and navigate its interconnected components.
Key Design Tasks
Homepage visualization — Create a single‑screen layout where the PNDS model is immediately visible through a central diagram and supporting graphics.
Information hierarchy — Organize core elements such as Domain Model, SPR Data, Deployment, and Regulations into a clean, intuitive structure that mirrors AORN’s standardized framework.
Latest updates module — Display recent releases (e.g., PNDS code updates, SPR announcements) in a compact sidebar for quick scanning.
Professional imagery — Integrate surgical‑team visuals to reinforce the clinical context and enhance user engagement.
Consistent typography — Use a clear, professional font style that supports readability and aligns with healthcare standards.
Navigation clarity — Provide straightforward access to Components, What’s New, Feedback, Admin, and Help, ensuring users can reach critical resources without friction.
Design PhilosophyThe interface is built around clarity, structure, and professional trust. By combining a strong visual model, clean navigation, and immediate access to updates, the design helps clinicians quickly understand complex data relationships and stay informed about new standards.
