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As a new nurse, I need help with how to approach surgeons who are upset with surgical delays.

An effective time out prevents wrong-site, wrong-procedure, and wrong-person surgery.

Did you know that 33% of total hospital waste comes from the OR?

Periop nurses witness the significant amount of waste generated in the OR every day, but they may not know just how significant this waste is. Review how perioperative teams and individuals can improve environmental health for all with innovative approaches. Find out what steps AORN, The Joint Commission, and individual periop nurses are taking.

Find all the words related to preoperative patient skin antisepsis in this word search.

It is important to identify at least one thing a day that was positive. In a short amount of time, you will be amazed at the perioperative nurse you have become.

A nurse shares the lessons she learned after her patient experienced anaphylaxis in the OR.

A look at some of the surgical firsts and discoveries that occurred in the 20th century.

The preceptor fills many roles: coach, leader, influencer, facilitator, evaluator, socializer, protector, role model, and most importantly – educator.

Hone key skills to improve staffing, revenue, and safety.

Discover the essential role of perioperative nurses in maintaining normothermia and preventing hypothermia during surgery. Learn about effective strategies, AORN guidelines, and the latest technologies to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Shannen Baggett’s leadership philosophy is simple: she doesn’t eat until her team has. This metaphor for selfless leadership highlights her dedication to her team’s well-being, showing her willingness to put their needs before her own.

Discover how professional associations like AORN can elevate your perioperative nursing career. Learn about the benefits of networking, gaining industry knowledge, setting standards, developing leadership skills, and more. Join a community of like-minded professionals and unlock your career potential.

AORN CEO Linda Groah provides a how-to for maximizing staff productivity, collaboration, and job satisfaction.

A perioperative leader’s success in 2024 depends on optimizing your perioperative department advises AORN’s CEO Linda Groah, MSN, RN, CNOR, NEA-BC, FAAN.

Never underestimate the value of the preceptor and their influence on new team members’ ability to learn and assimilate effectively. They are essential frontline leaders and culture builders, and their success is ultimately your success.

To rise above the distractions, leadership coach Marshall Goldsmith recommends five key points that leaders should be aware of in order to achieve their short- and long-term goals.

Surgical bingo is a fun activity that you can play with colleagues, friends, or anyone who loves the wonders of the perioperative environment!

Contract nursing and overtime pay have surged, driving up labor costs. In this week's Periop Life blog, nurse workforce expert Shelley Simkins, MSN, MBA, shares strategies to reduce costs through smarter scheduling practices.

Here are the nuts and bolts of being a successful leader of Boomers, Millennials and Gen Xers. Gen Z tactics will be revealed in the next Leader Exchange webinar, Motivating and Engaging the Youngest Generation at Work.