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From Prep to Protection: SSIs, Patient Safety, & 3M™ SoluPrep™ S Sterile Antiseptic Solution Dec 06, 2024

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Are you ready to dive into the details that make a difference? Join us for an exciting First Case Vendor Spotlight™ with Jenna Lindsay, Clinical Application Specialist, and Vinod Menon, Product Development Specialist, at Solventum (formerly 3M Health Care). We're unpacking everything you need to know about surgical skin prep and its crucial role in helping prevent surgical site infections (SSIs).

Tune in to understand the clinical guidelines for patient skin antisepsis and learn how 3M™ SoluPrep™ S Sterile Antiseptic Solution chlorhexidine gluconate (2% w/v) and isopropyl alcohol (70% v/v) Patient Preoperative Skin Preparation stands out. From providing rapid, broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection1†, helping to enhance incise drape adhesion*, and visibility on a variety of skin tones3, this skin prep is a breakthrough solution. Plus, it provides a larger coverage area than the leading CHG and alcohol-based skin prep (26 mL applicator)3¶.

At Solventum, fomerly 3M Health Care, we create breakthrough solutions for our customers' toughest challenges by pioneering game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material, and data science to change patients' lives for the better — while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. For more information about SoluPrep S Sterile Antiseptic Solution or to connect with a Solventum Representative visit SoluPrep S at go.solventum.com/SoluprepSFirstCase

You can also follow Solventum on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

#operatingroom #skinprep #surgicalskinprep #skinantisepsis #surgery #perioperative #ornurse #scrubtech #surgeon

† Study was performed on healthy volunteers under simulated surgical conditions.

* Compared to skin prepped with ChloraPrep® with 3M™ Ioban™ 2 Antimicrobial Incise Drapes in a simulated knee surgery model, 2019.

¶Compared to ChloraPrep®, 2021.

1. The clinical significance of in vitro data is unknown.

2. Olson L, Morse D, Paulson J, Bernatchez S. Evaluation of Incise Drape Lift Using 2% Gluconate/ 70% Isopropyl Alcohol Preoperative Skin Preparations in a Human Volunteer Knee Model. 2022;15:24-28.

3. Solventum internal data on file.

FC Special Release: Leading the Way: Understanding the Role of the OR Charge Nurse Dec 02, 2024

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Season 13 has come to an end, but we're not done bringing you exciting content! In this panel discussion hosted by Melanie Perry, we'll hear 3 different perspectives from Charge Nurses in three very different types of facilities. Our panel of experts includes: 📌Lisa Bailey: Ambulatory Surgery Center, Texas 📌Carlos Dillard: Critical Access Hospital, Rural Alabama 📌Andrew Withrow: Academic Medical Center, Tennessee We're talking about the good, the bad, and the ugly side of being the charge nurse along with the responsibilities and expectations of the role. We'll also discuss what training normally looks like, what it should look like, and highlight the many resources available within the department to help when things get rough. Tune in to learn what the OR Charge Nurse role is all about!

#operatingroom #ornurse #chargenurse #nurse

Centralization KPIs to Strive For: And How to Know They're Effective Nov 26, 2024

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What Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) should we be assessing and evaluating as we determine the success of our centralization efforts? Find out in this final episode of the Expert Series On-The-Go with Bryan Stuart!

💡In this weekly series we're learning from industry expert 𝗕𝗿𝘆𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘁, 𝗖𝗖𝗦𝗩𝗣, 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝗲𝘀𝗰𝘂𝗹𝗮𝗽. Bryan has over 30 years of experience in the medical field and 13 years of operational experience in an FDA-regulated environment as a third party processor of surgical linens and instrumentation. From this, Bryan has developed keen insights into commercially managed reprocessing facilities. For the last 8 years, Bryan has provided consulting services to hospitals to improve processes and instrument tray streamlining. His solutions are driven by hands-on set reviews and data-driven solutions bringing the clinical and processing teams together for a mutually beneficial rationalization of instrument trays and process improvements.

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💡𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗢𝗻-𝘁𝗵𝗲-𝗚𝗼 presents perioperative insights from industry experts in a creative, easy to listen to, audio format. Think audio book meets busy Operating Room professional!

#FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

Season 13 Finale: Clinical Guidelines, Tourniquet Safety, and... Yoga? Nov 25, 2024

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We're combining education and relaxation in our final episode of Season 13! We're wrapping up our season with Zach Swartz, Perioperative Practice Specialist and Yoga Teacher. Tune in to learn more about how clinical guidelines are researched and developed, learn about the AORN Guideline for Tourniquet Safety, AND, learn more about incorporating yoga techniques into your day! Zach will even provide a short guided relaxation exercise for us, so don't miss it!

#operatingroom #ornurse #scrubtech #surgicaltechnologist #perioperative #perioperativenurse #yoga #yogainnursing

Invest in Success: A Personalized Approach to Your Staffing Needs Nov 22, 2024

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When you need a traveler, how confident are you that the person you're getting is truly qualified to fill the role? What if you could work with a staffing partner who had experienced OR and SPD professionals on staff who were truly able to determine the qualifications of the people coming into your department because they understand the role themselves? On this special First Case and Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™ co-release episode, we sit down with Lawayne Perkins, VP of Strategic Partnerships at Advantage Support Services, to explore their team's comprehensive approach to Operating Room and Sterile Processing staffing and consulting. Learn how Advantage's team of industry experts are helping departments build sustainable workforces through strategic staffing, customized training, and quality assessments. Tune in today to discover how Advantage Support Services can help your OR or SPD not only meet your current needs but also set your team up for long-term success!

Ready to make Advantage your first call? Visit advantagesupportservices.com, or call 615-341-6222 for more info! Plus, don't forget to follow them on LinkedIn and subscribe to their digital newsletter, "The Executive Edge" for the latest updates!

Technology: A Help or Hindrance for Centralization Projects? Nov 20, 2024

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Technology can be a powerful tool in helping to achieve surgical instrument centralization success. Tune in to today's Expert Series On-The-Go with Bryan Stuart to find out more!

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#FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

Understanding Expiration Dates Nov 18, 2024

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What do you do before you open an item to the sterile field? From the first day we step into an operating room, we're taught to inspect our items for damage, ensure sterility, and check the expiration dates. But why are those expiration dates there? And how can we ensure that we avoid issues with expired products in our departments? Joining us in the studio to talk all things expiration dates is Suzi Collins, Director of Supply Chain Analytics at Banner Health. We'll discuss the difference between manufacturing date and expiration date, discuss the cost of expired supplies, and learn why awareness is the key to preventing product loss because of expired supplies. Don't miss today's interview!

#operatingroom #ornurse #nurse #scrubtech #surgicaltechnologist #supplychain #expirationdate

Workplace Violence: And What We're Doing About It Nov 11, 2024

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The most common type of violence in the healthcare setting is violence from patients, families, or visitors toward healthcare staff. In today's interview, we're addressing this important topic and discussing how it relates to the surgical setting with JD Buchert, Director of Workforce Safety at Parkland Health in Dallas, TX. Join us as we discuss the sobering reality of violence toward healthcare workers, learn the statistics, and find out how JD is educating and advocating for healthcare workers as the "Nurse's Nurse." Don't miss it!

#operatingroom #ORNurse #nurse #workplaceviolence #surgicaltechnologist #scrubtech #healthcareworker

The Policies & Procedures That Make Centralization Successful Nov 05, 2024

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Establishing new policies and procedures for centralization can help you ensure that your organization is prepared for a successful future. Find out why it's important to have policies and procedures that are specific to centralization in today's Expert Series On-The-Go! with Bryan Stuart.

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#FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ORExpert #perioperative #instrumentcentralization #sterileprocessing

Advocating for Safety Nov 04, 2024

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How clean is the air in your OR? Do you know what you're breathing in during cases that generate surgical smoke? On today's interview we're speaking with Kim Tuemler, OR Nurse and founder of Wylie-Tuemler OR Nurse Consulting about the dangers of surgical smoke. Join us as Kim shares how she learned about the risks of inhaling surgical smoke and find out what she did about it. Today's interview will inspire you to find your voice and realize that it IS possible to make a difference and bring change to your facility and your state.

You can read Kim's article here! https://www.thenursingbeat.com/articles/surgical-smoke-dangers-in-the-or

#operatingroom #ornurse #nurse #scrubtech #surgicaltechnologist #perioperative #advocacy #nurseadvocacy

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