Michael
First Case 51:59Comments Off on Sterile Processing 101: Storage, Shelf Life, and Event-Related Sterility
How much thought do we really give to packaging… until something goes wrong? In today’s interview, we explore the often-overlooked world of storage, shelf life, and event-related sterility with...
February 1, 2023Michael
First Case 05:40Comments Off on Respect the Triangle, Stop the Spark
This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Lindsey Joyce, MSN, RN, CNOR, CNL. In this article, Lindsey discusses the fire triangle, and the...
Michael
First Case 45:58Comments Off on Chasing Your Passion: Educating & Advocating for CST Success
If you ask a patient who took care of them in the OR, they’ll definitely remember their surgeon, and they’ll probably remember their anesthetist and their nurse. But, do...
January 18, 2023Michael
First Case 05:59Comments Off on Don’t Forget to Water Your Plants
This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this thought-provoking article, Melanie uses a gardening metaphor to...
January 13, 2023Michael
First Case 47:43Comments Off on Facts vs Fiction: Exposing the Myths Surrounding UV-C Disinfection
What have you heard about UV-C Disinfection? Are all low-level disinfection devices created equally? Find out the truth about UV-C disinfection in this exciting First Case Vendor SpotlightTM with...
Michael
First Case 43:35Comments Off on In Good Company: Highlighting the Benefits of Professional Organizations
Have you ever thought about joining a professional organization? Is there any value or benefit to joining? In this Season 6 episode of “Success in Scrubs,” we speak with...
January 4, 2023Michael
First Case 14:31Comments Off on Negotiating Contracts with Anesthesia
In this week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series, we’ve teamed up with OR Manager to bring you great insights into negotiating anesthesia contracts. Find out what...
Michael
First Case 39:29Comments Off on Laying A Solid Foundation: Defining Professional Development
This season, we’re tackling the topic of professional growth and development. What does that look like for perioperative professionals? Is there a certain path we’re supposed to follow? Is...
December 14, 2022Michael
First Case 04:42Comments Off on Disaster Preparation and Readiness
In this week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series, written by written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM, she shares critical insights on the importance of...
November 30, 2022Michael
First Case 04:15Comments Off on A Fresh Perspective: Seeing the OR Through the Eyes of a Patient
In this week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series, written by Brenna Page, MSN, RN, CNOR, CNAMB, she shares what it was like to be on the...
Michael
First Case 37:56Comments Off on Bridging the Gap: Connecting Infection Prevention, Information Technology, and the OR
We’ve wrapped up Season 11 and we’re anxiously awaiting the launch of Season 12. While we wait, here’s a throwback to Season 5! As our operating rooms become more...
Michael
First Case 29:43Comments Off on Proud to Be A Perioperative Nurse: Celebrating Perioperative Nurses Week!
Happy Perioperative Nurses’ Week! We are celebrating the achievements and contributions of perioperative nurses this week as host Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM, sits down for a conversation...
November 4, 2022Michael
First Case 44:32Comments Off on A New View on Revenue: Transforming Healthcare Systems Through Supply Chain
What do revenue models have to do with the profitability of your Operating Room? How is the changing landscape going to impact the bottom line of your hospitals today...
Sterile Processing 101: Storage, Shelf Life, and Event-Related Sterility
How much thought do we really give to packaging… until something goes wrong? In today’s interview, we explore the often-overlooked world of storage, shelf life, and event-related sterility with...