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.

Navigating the operating room environment as a new nurse can be daunting; incorporating these communication tips can help you overcome the initial challenges.

Take these actions to advance equitable care for elders.

The update published in the 2021 Guidelines for Perioperative Practice, includes these key recommendations that every team can implement to minimize a major potential hazard associated with laser use.

Boston is a city rich in history, culture, and a dynamic culinary scene—making it the perfect backdrop for AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo 2025, from April 5-8. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Boston aficionado, there’s always something new to discover.

Do you know the elements of the informed consent process and your role in the process?

Everyone has had the experience of being the new person in a group. It is an exciting time but may also be frustrating when no one listens to you when you speak up.

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.

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.

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

Understand the risks of retained surgical items (RSIs) and learn how AORN guidelines can help prevent them. Discover best practices for counting, team communication, technology integration, and education to ensure patient safety in the operating room.

One way to increase participation during a staff in-service or small group meeting is to incorporate gaming as a method of educational delivery.

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

One expert shares transition tips for a future ASC nurse.

Perseverance and adaptability define Ashley Bartholomew’s perioperative nursing journey. We spoke with her about the significant challenges facing nurses today and how she balances a demanding career with personal life.