The Victorian Perioperative Nurses Group (VPNG) consists of over 1000 members and is the professional body for perioperative nurses in Victoria.

VISION

• To inspire and lead excellence in perioperative nursing

CORE VALUES      

• Excellence
• Professionalism
• Patient Advocacy
• Innovation
• Collaboration

The charitable objectives for which VPNG is established are:

• to foster the development, promotion and implementation of the philosophy, policies and standards of Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN);

• to provide forums for networking and the sharing of information and ideas between Members;

• to provide financial support for educational opportunities and research activities;

• to raise community and sector awareness of issues of contemporary nursing practice; and

• to foster strong ongoing links with Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN).