Retention and the right feedback approach go hand-in-hand.
In a recent AORN webinar called Motivating and Engaging the Youngest Generation at Work, presented by AORN’s Center for Perioperative Leadership, generational experts Lisa Walden and Hannah Ubl focused on who Gen Z is and why this group behaves the way they do.
I was proud knowing I was able to speak for the best interests of this patient and her quality-of-life post-breast cancer.
Since 2017, I’ve been working on an innovative project called Virtual Nurse, which I recently presented at the AORN 2024 Congress in Nashville. Virtual Nurse is an immersive and interactive virtual reality software designed to train both nursing students and professionals in the perioperative environment.
Education on preparing for patient deaths, including the processes and the caring practices, will prepare nurses to provide the most compassionate care possible.
Three ways educators can set themselves and their learners up for success are by creating a supportive learning environment, influencing goal setting, and establishing value.
Transform climate behaviors in periop care and beyond.
In this week’s Periop Life blog, we break down five proven strategies to strengthen your SSI prevention practices. From using antimicrobial sutures to better glucose monitoring, these practical tips will help your team overcome the common barriers between policy and practice.
As a new nurse, I need help with how to approach surgeons who are upset with surgical delays.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Learn how perioperative nurses can play a crucial role in preventing infections and ensuring patient safety. Discover the challenges of infection prevention in the operating room, factors that interfere with wound healing, and effective nursing interventions. Explore the latest AORN Guidelines and register for an upcoming workshop to enhance your skills and knowledge.
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.
Innovations in the 21st century allow surgeries that once took hours and required long hospital stays to be done as outpatient procedures.
