Hospital operating room teams can improve their efficiency and quality by examining issues from multiple perspectives, according to an article published in the AORN Journal.
ORs can benefit from the unique background and skills of each member of the OR team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses, according to the report.
The author suggests nurses should take a leadership position in quality improvement projects to improve not only clinical quality but also efficiency and finances.
Read the AORN Journal article on OR improvements.
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ORs can benefit from the unique background and skills of each member of the OR team, including surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses, according to the report.
The author suggests nurses should take a leadership position in quality improvement projects to improve not only clinical quality but also efficiency and finances.
Read the AORN Journal article on OR improvements.
Related Articles on OR Efficiency:
How Natural Sunlight Can Positively Affect the Operating Room
6 Steps to Ensure Operating Room Safety and Efficiency
4 Benefits of a Hybrid Operating Room