Plan Now for Perioperative Nurse Week 2010
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN)Â reminds everyone that Perioperative Nurse Week, scheduled for Nov 8-14, 2010, is a time to recognize and honor perioperative nurses for their important role and commitment to safe patient care.
The theme of this year's event is "The Freedom to Speak Out," so that perioperative nurses worldwide feel empowered to speak up and speak out in support of patient safety in the operating room.
For ideas on how to celebrate this week from AORN, CLICK HERE.
From the Derby to the Decontam Room: Leadership Lessons for Sterile Processing
April 27th 2025Elizabeth (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.
The Rise of Disposable Products in Health Care Cleaning and Linens
April 25th 2025Health care-associated infections are driving a shift toward disposable microfiber cloths, mop pads, and curtains—offering infection prevention, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency in one-time-use solutions.
