Michael
First Case 41:21Comments Off on Silo-Free Surgery: Are ASC’s Really the Wild West?
The pace may be different, but the goal is exactly the same: delivering safe surgical care. In this week’s special season co-release episode, we talk with Carlene Smith about...
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, FC Vendor Spotlight 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,...
Michael
First Case 37:19Comments Off on What is Infection Prevention? Discovering the Role of Infection Preventionists
Have you ever wondered just what the Infection Preventionist (IP) was doing when they came into your Operating Room? Well, you’re not alone! In this season premiere of Season...
September 15, 2023Michael
First Case 44:55Comments Off on Clearing the Clutter: Overcoming Hospital Equipment Storage Struggles
“We don’t have enough space!” “Where is all of this old equipment supposed to go?” If this sounds familiar, and you’ve got a basement or warehouse full of old,...
September 11, 2023Michael
First Case 54:59Comments Off on Hands-on Education to Develop Your Team: Balancing Resources and Simulation to Promote Staff Development
Simulation is seen as a valuable educational resource to aid in staff development, but competing demands for time and resources can present challenges in incorporating this hands-on learning into...
September 4, 2023Michael
First Case 49:36Comments Off on Understanding Health Equity through Clinical Storytelling
We’ve partnered with OR Manager to bring you a bonus special-release episode! Tune in to this session from OR Manager Conference 2022, Understanding Health Equity through Clinical Storytelling, to...
Michael
First Case 34:06Comments Off on Stop, Communicate, and Listen: Mastering the Art of Active Listening
While we wait for Season 18, here’s a throwback to Season 8! How do our body language, our situational awareness, and our ability to listen play into our ability...
Silo-Free Surgery: Are ASC’s Really the Wild West?
The pace may be different, but the goal is exactly the same: delivering safe surgical care. In this week’s special season co-release episode, we talk with Carlene Smith about...