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How much do you know about your electrosurgery unit (ESU), or ‘the Bovie’? Were you taught anything more about it than just how to turn it on and apply the dispersive pad? In today’s interview with Michelle Lemmons, Field Sales Training Program Manager at Steris, we’re learning all about this essential piece of surgical equipment!…

OR Educators are crucial to our success in the Operating Room. One of their many roles is to ensure that we use equipment safely, protecting ourselves and protecting our patients. In this week’s interview with OR Educator Amanda Heitman, BSN, RN, CNOR, we go behind the scenes to learn how an OR Educator empowers frontline…

Operating Rooms (ORs) have to be designed properly so that we can use all of the equipment needed to perform operations. What does the integration and design of an OR look like? How do we make sure that our OR design allows for efficient operational workflow? In this interview with Brian Moores, Senior Principal Healthcare…

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this article, Melanie offers practical tips and insight for new nurses in the Operating Room. “The Operating Room (OR) is overwhelming. Whether you’re a new grad showing up on your first day as an RN,…

When you need new equipment in your Operating Room, how do you get it? Where does the money come from for large purchases? In this exciting kick-off to Season 7, we’re diving right into the topic of Capital Budgets with special guest Garry Skinner, Cofounder and Partner at Discover S3. What is a capital budget?…

How often do you handle specimens in your operating room? Have you ever considered your risk of exposure to a Class 1 carcinogen every time you add formalin to your specimen containers? Formalin is recognized as a Class 1 carcinogen, and exposure to the fumes is a safety issue for all OR staff. But, healthcare…

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this article, Melanie discusses three specific benefits of double gloving, and explains that double gloving is a practice for all of us, not just for those in specific specialties. “The benefits of double gloving reach…

This week’s episode of the First Case “Articles On-The-Go” series is written by Melanie Perry, BSN, RN, CNOR, CSSM. In this article, Melanie examines the benefits that a fresh perspective can add to our department. And, she highlights the importance of asking, “Why?” “Do we fully appreciate the value that a fresh perspective and a…

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 shares the Top 10 things you need to know if you’re going to be working in Cardiac Surgery. “While I still learn things daily, there are 10 things that stand out that…

Season 15 has come to an end, and we’re anxiously awaiting the launch of Season 16 on July 7, 2025! While we wait, here’s a throwback to a great interview from Season 6! What makes a good leader? Are you only a leader if you have a title? Joining us to talk all things Perioperative…