Live Webinars

Learn first-hand tips from a panel of perioperative leaders who share how they assess current equipment needs, evaluate new OR technology, and approach a business case that leads to successful adoption of new technology.

In this 4-hour webinar hosted by AORN and ANA we will explore the ANCC Magnet designation process, perioperative-specific preparation strategies, and build a collaborative network to support Magnet success.

Learn how one health system has achieved around the clock robotic surgery access through teamwork, education, and process efficiencies, to ensure consistent and optimized patient care at any time.

Explore how AORN guidelines can be combined with the latest innovations in surgical infection prevention to improve patient safety and surgical outcomes. Participants will learn about AORN's best practices, innovative strategies to minimize SSIs, and the integration of these standards with new technologies.

Explore how to cultivate a steady stream of new nurses through community-focused programs. Gain insights from leaders who have implemented successfully and learn how to apply their strategies to your own organization.

Salina Regional Health Center saved $90,000 by implementing a lean inventory management process for their robotics service line. At this webinar you’ll hear best practices and key lessons learned from their success.

Explore the updated Guideline for Sterilization Packaging Systems, offering essential guidance for perioperative teams on selecting and using sterilization packaging systems for surgical and invasive procedures.

Explore the new Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) guideline to gain a comprehensive understanding of ERAS principles. Learn how to apply these evidence-based practices to improve patient recovery and outcomes.

Guidance for perioperative teams about sterilizing reusable medical devices to be used in perioperative and procedural settings.

Guidance for the perioperative RN for wearing surgical attire in semi-restricted and restricted areas; for laundering scrub apparel; and cleaning identification badges, stethoscopes, and personal items.

At this live webinar you’ll gain the necessary knowledge to implement and fine tune an efficient robotic surgery program in the acute care setting. You’ll hear about best practices to achieve programmatic alignment, what staffing considerations you should make, and how to implement recruitment and retention ideas tailored to the unique demands of the program.

Review updates to the guideline, including significant changes to fire safety tools and guidance for programs supporting latex safety, chemical safety, and waste management, and prevention of occupational slips, trips, and falls.

The guideline for patient temperature management provides guidance for perioperative teams about prevention of inadvertent perioperative hypothermia and management of patients with malignant hyperthermia susceptibility. This webinar reviews relevant key takeaways and changes to this guideline.

Peer-to-peer and hierarchical incivility and bullying inside surgical departments is more pervasive now than ever before. This panel discussion will provide an increased awareness of how these behaviors manifest, tools and tactics to address, and how leaders can turn the tide inside their department.

Learn how to manage the logistics of block scheduling and how to maintain efficient workflows for robotic surgeries by leveraging data and best scheduling practices. You’ll gain valuable tips for making strategic decisions around block release and using open time, with the end goal of reaching your program’s peak potential.

What does it take to minimize turnover times and maximize caseload efficiency in bariatric surgical cases using flip rooms? At this live webinar you’ll gain strategies and insights that include: staffing considerations, collaboration between pre-op and PACU teams, and innovative scheduling practices that foster workflow efficiencies.

Are you strategizing how to effectively meet staffing and workload demands, while future-proofing your efficiency initiatives? Hear key insights into how new technology can be utilized to transform care in the OR.

Embracing a zero-narcotics approach post-surgery accelerates recovery, improves outcomes, and reduces hospital stays. See how this and other robotic surgery advantages drive a paradigm shift toward a culture of efficiency and financial stewardship.

Take the first step to recognize, address, and eradicate the prevalent, disruptive behaviors that could be undermining your workforce culture. Designed for frontline healthcare leaders, this self-study is designed to help you cultivate a professional, supportive and respectful workforce culture.

Whether you’re making a business case for a capital purchase, advocating for a policy change, or managing everyday conversations, see what it takes to be an effective leader with strong negotiation skills.

Glean insights from a live panel of three perioperative leaders as they share lessons learned and unexpected wins during their journey to safely staff their department and maximize retention.

Review evidence-based recommendations found in the updated guideline to decrease work-related musculoskeletal injuries and reduce patient falls.