Tackling the Nursing Shortage in ASCs
By: Periop Today
Published: 5/21/2024
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QUAD A NOW: Tackling the Nursing Shortage in ASCs
Struggling to fill nursing positions in your ASC? You're not alone. The nurse shortage hits surgical specialties hard, especially ASCs. And it has adirect effect on patient care and safety in the outpatient setting.
In this insightful podcast episode of QUAD A NOW, host Tom Terranova talks about the challenges ASC face. He's joined by Jeanine Watson, Senior Manager of the Ambulatory Surgery Division at AORN.
Listen in as they delve into the nursing shortage impacting surgical specialties, particularly in ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs). The discussion highlights unique challenges in surgical nursing within ASCs, such as the need for diverse training amidst high patient volumes.
Discover actionable strategies like competitive benefits, professional development opportunities, and flexible schedules to mitigate these issues. They also discuss the role of technology in enhancing efficiency and the future outlook on the nursing shortage also feature prominently in this engaging conversation.
Find practical strategies to tackle these issues and explore how to keep your center running smoothly and successfully recruit skilled periop nurses.
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