Mastering a steep learning curve: Trends in perioperative orientation

A solid orientation is a cornerstone for successful perioperative nursing. Choosing the right candidates and giving them the knowledge and skills to adapt to the surgical environment are essential to safe practice and to retaining staff. The learning curve for perioperative nursing is steeper than ever— 83% of hospitals are…

As the OR director's job expands, can one person still manage it all?

Director of surgical services Responsibilities include supervision, organization, hiring, counseling, and evaluation of subordinates; 24/7 responsibility for OR, PACU, ambulatory care unit, endoscopy, and central sterilization. Additional responsibilities include coordinating and teaching in-service programs; overseeing medical equipment maintenance and repair; and close contact with the VP/chief nurse executive. Other responsibilities…

Experienced group of OR managers, directors moves toward retirement

Respondents to hospital survey Region Response Northeast 17% Midwest 33% South 31% West 19% OR managers and staff are moving toward retirement right along with their veteran staff. Within about 12 years, nearly 70% of OR managers and directors expect to no longer be in the workforce. They will take…

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Mastering a steep learning curve: Trends in perioperative orientation

As the OR director's job expands, can one person still manage it all?

Experienced group of OR managers, directors moves toward retirement

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