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As a new nurse, how can I interact and develop relationships without gossiping?

As a perioperative nurse, you can mentally put yourself into a situation and think, “What would I have done?”

Get at a glance at the steps to perform a vaginal prep.

In the January issue of Periop Leader, a feature article provided Part One of the webinar, “Perioperative Staffing and Productivity.” In this issue, Part Two wraps up what you need to know to develop your budget in these areas.

In the recent Leader Exchange webinar that was presented by the AORN Center for Perioperative Leadership, a multi-disciplinary panel discussed their work to optimize their ORs. In the meantime, here are some quick tips that were provided by the panel experts from Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

A siloed perioperative team can lead to inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and staffing challenges—especially when vacancies stretch teams thin. Cross-training can break down barriers, strengthen teamwork, and create a more adaptable, resilient periop team.

Discover AORN's guidelines for surgical attire in the operating room. Learn how to choose appropriate clothing, head coverings, and footwear to minimize the risk of surgical site infections. This guide covers best practices for perioperative personnel, including proper attire for visitors and recommendations for cleaning personal devices.

This Periop Portrait highlights how humor can lighten the mood in high-pressure environments. That one moment of shared laughter diffused the stress and brought our team closer together. Even in the intensity of surgical cases, those small, funny moments can make all the difference.

In this week’s Periop Life, Dr. Michael Rempel, DNP, RN, CNOR, shares six actionable strategies to help you support their transition into practice.

AORN advocates for a systems approach to prevent RSIs, including standardized counting and reconciliation procedures, methodical wound exploration, radiologic confirmation, adjunct technology, and teamwork training.

This article will explore what job aids are, why you should consider using them, and how you can create them.

A fun look at working in the OR; in this edition, one nurse catches an error before it occurs.

Here are three tips to be more effective when communicating a message in the perioperative setting.

Learn about important components of cataract extraction, such as patient assessment, positioning, surgical prep, needed supplies, and more.

AORN’s DEI Chapter Project united 14 chapters, aiding 1,500 people with school supplies, coats, food, and more.

Discover the crucial role of perioperative nurses in ERAS implementation. Learn about preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care strategies, and how to optimize patient outcomes. Explore AORN Guidelines Workshops for in-depth ERAS training.

It’s common for periop leaders to struggle with the responsibility of creating a budget and revenue plan for their facility.

In the high-pressure world of the OR, it’s easy to focus on procedures and protocols, but connecting with patients through clear, compassionate communication is just as essential. Strong communication improves outcomes, builds trust, and ensures patients feel safe in your care.

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