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How to Help New Grads Succeed in the OR Aug 31, 2022

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In this week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series, written by Lindsey Joyce, MSN, RN, CNL, CNOR, she shares insight into how we can help new grads find success in the Operating Room.

"New grads in the OR will be one of the answers to the nursing shortage that's plaguing many institutions across the country. It's up to us to help them succeed so they want to stay in the OR for their nursing profession."

---- Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional!

#operatingroom #newgrad #surgery #perioperative

Don't Get Blocked: Understanding Productivity & Efficiency in Block Scheduling Aug 22, 2022

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"But I've got block time!" insisted the surgeon. "I'm sorry, but your block time was released yesterday and another surgeon has now posted cases in that spot," said the OR scheduler…. Sound familiar? We seem to have conversations like this frequently. How can we make sure that our policies around block time are well-defined and understood by everyone? How can correct block utilization affect productivity and efficiency? Learn all about block scheduling today as we talk with Shawn Sefton, MBA, BSN, RN, Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Clinical Solutions at Hospital IQ. We'll discuss the importance of establishing block utilization policies and the best ways to track block utilization. Don't miss this exciting Season 4 finale!!

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#operatingroom #surgery #podcast #technology #blockscheduling #scheduling

Pre-Admission Testing Aug 17, 2022

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In this week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series, written by Paul Wafer, BS, MBA, RN, he evaluates the Pre-Admission Testing department, and explains ways to improve efficiency.

"Finding ways to make it easier for the RNs in Pre-Admission Testing to collect information and improving efficiency within this department will reduce cost and esure that all patient information is available prior to the patient's procedure."

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Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional!

#FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ArticlesOnTheGo #Productivity #Perioperative

Working Smarter: Embracing Technology to Make Surgery Safer Aug 15, 2022

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Can technology make you safer? How do we find the balance between natural and artificial intelligence and how do we collaborate between both of them? Helping us answer these questions today is Dr. Peter Kim, MD, pediatric surgeon and founder of Activ Surgical. Tune in to learn about the current state of surgery, why surgery needs to change, and how technology in the operating room makes surgery safer.

#operatingroom #surgery #podcast #technology #safesurgery #patientsafety #machinelearning #artificialintelligence

For the Sake of the (Re)Call: Leveraging Technology to Improve Recall Management Aug 08, 2022

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How many times have you been sent to look for items that have been recalled? How much time did you have to spend digging through bins, looking on shelves, or reading box labels? It can be a very time-consuming, frustrating process. On today's episode of First Case, we're talking all about medical device recalls with Guillermo Ramas, founder of Notisphere. We'll take a look at the current process for recall management, discuss how this process influences timely communication and trust between providers and supply chain, and learn how technology can improve the process for everyone.

#operatingroom #surgery #podcast #materialsmanagement #recall #supplychain #powersupply

To Flip or Not to Flip? That is the Question... Aug 03, 2022

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In this week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series, written by Paul Wafer, BS, MBA, RN, he discusses what factors should be considered when determining whether or not to allow a surgeon to flip rooms.

"One of the most important variables is how many cases can be done in a day, and how consistent the surgeon is in bringing enough volume to fill a day." Tune in to hear more!

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Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional!

#FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ArticlesOnTheGo #Productivity #Perioperative

Protection and Prevention: Understanding Laser Safety in the Operating Room Aug 01, 2022

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Have you ever heard, "I don't need to wear laser safety goggles, I'm wearing glasses," or, "If the surgeon isn't going to wear the goggles, I don't have to, either." While not always the best fashion statement, laser safety goggles are always the best choice for eye protection when lasers are being used during a procedure. But there's more to laser use and safety than just eye protection, although that is very important. Joining us today to discuss all things laser is Richard Gama, Director of Laser Safety at Agiliti. Together we'll learn how lasers are different from other types of energy-based technology, discuss the common hazards, errors, and problems associated with laser use, and we'll discuss ways we can improve health care facility and industry compliance with laser safety. Tune in to learn more!

#operatingroom #surgery #podcast #lasersafety #perioperative #surgicaltechnologist #ORNurse #surgeon #CRNA

A Voice from the Frontline: Demystifying OR Satisfaction Jul 25, 2022

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What's is like to leave a position in perioperative leadership and go back to working as an OR circulator? If you ask Dr. Jessica Gruendler, DNP, RN-BC, CNOR, CPHQ, it's wonderful! Jessica began her career in the operating room as a surgical tech, earned her nursing degree, and spent the last 20 years in perioperative leadership positions. She recently stepped back into the role of a staff nurse, and brought her leadership perspective with her. With her unique perspective, she's been able to learn what it is that really drives staff satisfaction, and she has very simple, actionable solutions to improve our departments. Tune in as she shares those solutions and as she highlights how leaders can work with and support their teams better.

#operatingroom #surgery #podcast #notjustanurse #frontline #perioperative #ORNurse

Protect Your Sterile Field Jul 22, 2022

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Should sterile fields be covered? What do the guidelines say? How can you cover them safely? Tune in to this exciting First Case Vendor Spotlight with Laurel Stebbins, Clinical Specialist at TIDI Products, to get the answers to these questions and more! Sterile-Z is the only product on the market designed specifically to cover the sterile field. In this exclusive interview, we discuss the common practices and misconceptions about covering sterile fields and go over the current AORN guidelines that impact frontline OR clinicians. We also dive into how the Sterile-Z drape standardizes the Operating Room's process for covering sterile fields, removes confusion, and helps eliminate contamination.

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#TIDI #SterileZ #SterileField #MayoCovers #Surgery #OperatingRoom #Compliance #AORN #FirstCase #VendorSpotlight

Instrument Tray Optimization Jul 20, 2022

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When was the last time your surgical instrument tray "recipes" were revised? Was it when you added something new? What about when an instrument is removed? In this week's episode of the First Case "Articles On-The-Go" series, written by Paul Wafer, BS, MBA, RN, he discusses how our trays and count sheets should be optimized so that our trays are accurate and so that unused instruments are removed. "By optimizing the trays, you are apt to find improved accuracy rates and fewer missing items." It takes a team approach to tackle the challenge of optimizing trays, but the end results are worth it!

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Articles On-the-Go presents perioperative insights from written articles in a creative, easy to listen, audio format. Think audio book, meets busy Operating Room professional!

#FirstCase #Podcast #OperatingRoom #Surgery #ArticlesOnTheGo #InstrumentTrays #Optimization #Perioperative

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