Operating Room
The Infection Control Today® operating room page provides news articles and videos on the intersection between surgery and infection prevention. The operating room is a prime breeding ground for harmful pathogens to spread, resulting in surgical site infections. The role of the infection preventionist, together with the perioperative nursing staff, is to craft policies and processes to cut down on these infections and ensure patient safety during surgical procedures.
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April 27th 2025
Elizabeth (Betty) Casey, MSN, RN, CNOR, CRCST, CHL, is the SVP of Operations and Chief Nursing Officer at Surgical Solutions in Overland, Kansas. This SPD leader reframes preparation, unpredictability, and teamwork by comparing surgical services to the Kentucky Derby to reenergize sterile processing professionals and inspire systemic change.
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RPs Underscore Importance of Sterile Technique, Prevention of Transmissible Infections
March 20th 2013For the first time, the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) has issued its Perioperative Standards and Recommended Practices featuring an evidence review for all new and updated guidelines.
Perioperative Infection Prevention: Moving from Idea to Innovation
March 5th 2013Its often the small things that can lead to impactful change in healthcarehaving the courage to share an idea during a team meeting, taking the time to learn about new technologies and approaches, making the effort to collaborate with a colleague.
