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The role of the perioperative nurse is to care for the patient before, during, and after surgery. The patient signs their consent for the procedure, and the preoperative nurse will prepare the patient for surgery by obtaining a health history, obtaining IV access, and answering any questions that the patient may have. Also, the nurse will make sure that any ordered lab results are available and that consent for the procedure is signed by the patient. During surgery, the nurse will either circulate or scrub. Usually, there is a surgical technician who will scrub to help the surgeon. The circulating nurse will help anesthesia personnel during the induction of anesthesia. Once the patient is asleep, the nurse will do many things, including charting, making sure the surgeon and anesthetist have everything they need, and updating the family when appropriate. The post-op nurse will take reports from anesthesia and begin care of the patient in the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), give medications, assess the surgical site, and communicate with the patient and family. Many things may need to be done depending on the type of surgery. Once the patient is stable and pain is under control, the patient will either be sent home or to the floor for more care. https://hubs.la/Q02pBLHB0 #PerioperativeNurse #surgicalnurse #nursespeciality #nursingblog #ncc

Ever wonder what it's like to work in surgery? Thinking of becoming an OR nurse? Read my series and get the scoop on what happens behind closed doors. This is the second piece.

National Time Out Day is June 12, 2024! The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), of which I am a member, is committed to safe surgery together. Since 2004, AORN and the Joint Commission have recognized National Time Out Day to bring greater awareness to the safe surgery practice of taking a “time out” before operative and other invasive procedures to prevent wrong site, wrong patient, wrong procedure surgery. This year, National Time Out Day will be honored in hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers around the country on June 12. The National Time Out Day initiative supports the Joint Commission’s Universal Protocol and builds greater awareness among surgical team members. The initiative's goal is to prevent errors by ensuring that all members of the surgical team pause before invasive procedures, so they can communicate as a group and confirm key information about the patient and the procedure. Wrong patient, wrong site, and wrong procedure surgeries are tragedies. As a perioperative nurse, I am committed to helping reduce surgical error and improve patient outcomes by taking a time out for every patient, every time. Recognition of National Time Out Day will bring awareness to this important patient safety practice and can help to improve surgical outcomes nationwide. 

This article provides an in-depth overview of the AS modifier, used to report services rendered by Physician Assistants (PAs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), or Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNSs) who assist in surgery under Medicare guidelines. #medicalbillingandcoding #medicalbillingcompany #medicalbilling #medicalbillingservices https://lnkd.in/gYBX7VYd

Thanks to our Journal Contributors! Please click on to read the latest articles. https://lnkd.in/gnusWxQA Recent articles: Multidisciplinary simulation training for Australian perioperative teams: A qualitative descriptive exploratory study Getting the balance right: Family visitation in the Post Anaesthesia Care Unit Nursing innovation: Improved perioperative care with a redesigned urological drape Bridging the gap: Preparing and nurturing novice perioperative nurses Peripheral nerve catheter securement: A narrative literature review Procedural considerations of hysterectomy by vNOTES (vaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery): A literature review

My latest article published today. Check it out https://lnkd.in/gPtemHsY Let me know what you think once you read it. #sterileprocessing #hspa #surgery #cbspd #nurse #patientsafety

Knowledge and Skills for nursing in ICU * In-depth knowledge of critical care diseases and surgery: Critical care nurses must have a comprehensive understanding of critical care diseases and surgery, including vital organ functions, fluid dynamics, respiratory support, and pharmacology. * Excellent assessment skills: They must be able to assess a patient's condition quickly and accurately, identify their needs, and anticipate potential complications. * Advanced technical skills: They must be proficient in using critical care equipment, including ventilators, infusion pumps, and patient monitors. * Effective communication skills: They must be able to communicate clearly and efficiently with patients and their families, fellow healthcare providers, and members of the multidisciplinary team. * Strong teamwork skills: They must be able to work collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to provide the best possible care for patients. Personal Qualities: * Compassion and empathy: Critical care nurses must be able to understand the feelings of patients and their families and provide emotional support to them. * Patience and calmness: They must be able to remain calm in difficult situations and deal with challenging or uncooperative patients. * Stamina and endurance: They must be able to work long hours in a physically and emotionally demanding environment. * Attention to detail: They must be able to pay attention to fine details, closely monitor a patient's condition, and recognize any changes that may indicate a deterioration in their status. * Ability to make quick decisions: They must be able to make quick and accurate decisions in critical situations.

Emergencies rarely occur with a doctor present in the vicinity. Healthcare delivery cannot fall short in their absence. Apart from doctors, US and UK permits Nurse Anesthetists, and Advanced Practitioner Registered Nurses to intubate patients in an emergency. Undergraduates of Anesthesia and Operation Theatre Technology had their first conference at the Narayana Institute. Over 90 students were trained in the skills of emergency airway management and intubation. They received guest lectures on Anesthesia machine assembly, pediatric surgery and cardiothoracic surgery. Training cadres of health professionals in life-saving skills reduces patient mortality and improves outcomes in acute emergencies. #Clinicalskills #Conference #Physicianassistant #OTT

Many patients have come to rely on nurse practitioners as a routine part of primary care. But did you know that NPs are increasingly joining specialty practices, such as cardiology and dermatology? According to a recent article from KFF Health News, NPs and physician assistants are broadening their skills and increasing their income by taking on tasks traditionally performed by doctors in these specialty areas. #healthcare #nursepractitioner #physicianassistant #specialtycare #cardiology #dermatology

Anesthesia is a critical component of modern healthcare, providing pain relief and unconsciousness during surgical procedures. However, the job of those who administer anesthesia, such as anesthesiologists and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), is often marked by high levels of stress. #HealthcareProvider #HealthcareJobs #HealthcareCareers #AnesthesiologistJobs #CRNARecruitment #NursePractitionerJobs #RegisteredNurseJobs