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May 2025

The anesthesia staffing crisis: How we got here, what hospitals can do

Takeaways • Documentation and coding procedures are rife with opportunity for cost savings. • Passed in 2022, the No Surprises Act is designed to protect insured patients from surprise billing for emergency services from out-of-network providers. However, the result has been nearly 40% cuts in reimbursements to anesthesiologists. • OR…

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By: Brita Belli
November 20, 2024
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Strategic thinking tools, techniques transform vision to reality

Takeaways • The 3A Strategic Thinking Framework and the GOST Framework are examples of tools that can help make the abstract process of strategic thinking more concrete for perioperative leaders. • Carving out dedicated time for planning and fostering strategic thinking in others are important to achieve optimal results. •…

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By: Cynthia Saver, MS, RN
November 20, 2024
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Blast from the past: Best practices for successful implementation of ERAS

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) represents a transformative approach in modern surgical care, emphasizing evidence-based, multidisciplinary protocols to optimize patient recovery. Spanning decades, ERAS has grown from a novel concept into a global standard for perioperative care, with benefits that include shorter hospital stays, fewer complications, and reduced healthcare costs.…

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By: Tarsilla Moura
November 15, 2024
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Why clinical expertise is the cornerstone to your most profitable business line

During Perioperative Nurses Week this November 10-16, we encourage you to recognize the invaluable contributions of your perioperative nurses and nurse leaders. Their specialized clinical skills and knowledge protect your patients from adverse outcomes–and safeguard one of the most important revenue drivers for your health system. As you know too…

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By: Nakeisha Tolliver and Linda Groah
November 13, 2024
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How perioperative staff can combat human trafficking—Part 2

Human trafficking (HT) is a hidden-in-plain-sight crime—victims walk among the public at large, yet they remain essentially invisible. Lack of education and knowledge on HT and anti-trafficking measures is particularly egregious in healthcare. In fact, the literature shows the majority of people being trafficked access the system without being identified…

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By: Dr Francine Bono-Neri, PhD, RN, APRN, PNP
September 25, 2024
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Survey: Satisfaction up, compensation stable for ASC leaders

Data and surveys

ASC leaders’ satisfaction has increased significantly compared to a year ago, according to the 2024 OR Manager Salary/Career Survey. In all, 81% of respondents were satisfied with their current job/position, up from 70% in 2023, and 27% reported being “completely satisfied,” compared to 17% last year. In fact, the favorable…

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By: Cynthia Saver, MS, RN
September 25, 2024
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Traveler tightrope: OR leaders balance best practices, reduction strategies

Takeaways Providers are generally seeking to reduce use of travelers through strategies such as float pools, training programs, and cultural reforms. However, travelers remain useful as a bridge to permanent staff and for difficult-to-fill positions. Best practices for selection, onboarding, team integration, and performance evaluation are essential for maximizing return…

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By: Cynthia Saver, MS, RN
September 25, 2024
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Survey: Job satisfaction, earnings trend positive

Data and surveys

Takeaways • OR leaders’ satisfaction with many work factors has increased significantly. • Financial compensation has improved slightly for many leaders. • OR leaders supervise more full-time equivalent (FTE) employees than last year. OR leaders are more satisfied in their work compared to a year ago, and their earnings have…

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By: Cynthia Saver, MS, RN
September 25, 2024
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