Michael
First Case 38:43Comments Off on Sterile Processing 101: From Dirty to Sterile – The Instrument Reprocessing Lifecycle
Welcome to a new season of the First Case podcast – Sterile Processing 101! We’re kicking off the season with a conversation that sets the foundation for the entire...
February 6, 2024Michael
First Case 02:15Comments Off on Cloth Privacy Curtains vs Recyclable Privacy Curtains
This is episode 4 of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, and we’re continuing the conversation with industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year...
Michael
First Case 39:52Comments Off on Clearing the Air: Advocating for Surgical Smoke Evacuation Legislation
What is so dangerous about surgical smoke? Is it really that bad? Find out all about the very real dangers of surgical smoke in today’s interview with Brenda Ulmer,...
January 30, 2024Michael
First Case 01:58Comments Off on Soft, Porous Fabrics in the Patient “Hot Zone”
In this third episode of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we’re continuing the conversation with industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background...
Michael
First Case 25:31Comments Off on Find Your People: A Journey into Healthcare & Political Engagement
How can I get involved with my local or state government? Can I make a difference? The answer to both questions is, “YES!” Joining us today to discuss advocacy...
January 23, 2024Michael
First Case 02:11Comments Off on A Comprehensive Standard for Exchanging Privacy Curtains
Tune in for the second episode of our 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, where we learn from industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year...
January 16, 2024Michael
First Case 02:10Comments Off on Monitoring Privacy Curtains in the Patient “Hot Zone”
In this 12-Part Expert Series On-The-Go series, we’re learning from industry expert Karen Goelst, CEO and Founder of KleenEdge. With a 20-year background in architectural specialties and textiles, Karen...
Michael
First Case 33:06Comments Off on Empowering Change: A Guide to Advocacy in Healthcare
What is advocacy? How can we change practices within our facility and within our state? Joining us today to talk about all things advocacy is Kay Ball, PhD, RN,...
Michael
First Case 44:10Comments Off on Nursing at the Crossroads: Advocacy, Profit, and the Heart of Healthcare
Have you ever considered how important it is for those of us who work in healthcare to be at the forefront of healthcare innovation? In today’s discussion, we’re going...
Michael
First Case 33:20Comments Off on Empowering Voices: Unleashing Advocacy in Surgical Training
How do our training programs teach us to advocate for ourselves and for our patients? In this season premiere of Season 10: Advocacy Unleashed, we sit down with Chris...
December 22, 2023Michael
First Case 04:24Comments Off on Patient Care in the OR is Different, Not Non-Existent
This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR. In it she discusses realities of patient care in the OR,...
December 18, 2023Michael
First Case 47:33Comments Off on Special Release: From Bedside to Business Owner
Have you ever wanted to make the jump from bedside nurse to business owner? In this Special Release interview with Cara Lunsford, RN, CPHON, and VP of Community at...
Michael
First Case 32:07Comments Off on Aseptic Technique: Recognizing the Critical Role of Surgical Techs in Infection Prevention
Surgical Technologists play a critical role in Infection Prevention. Their knowledge of aseptic technique and their ability to safeguard the surgical field from breaks in sterility are crucial for...
October 13, 2023Michael
First Case 34:12Comments Off on No Fuss Slush: Discover the Streamlined Efficiency of Fully-Automated Surgical Slush
How much time do you spend making surgical slush before or during a case? Have you ever considered how long your open surgical slush is exposed to airborne contaminants...
Michael
First Case 33:48Comments Off on Surgical Conscience: Linking Safe Surgery & Infection Prevention
Have you ever heard the term “surgical conscience”? Do you know what it means? Joining us today to discuss this critical component in surgical care is Danielle Quintana, PhD,...
Sterile Processing 101: From Dirty to Sterile – The Instrument Reprocessing Lifecycle
Welcome to a new season of the First Case podcast – Sterile Processing 101! We’re kicking off the season with a conversation that sets the foundation for the entire...