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Perioperative nursing. Designing, implementing a baccalaureate elective
R G Tolley1, J C Cullen, E S Hoffman
1University of Florida College of Nursing, Gainesville.
AORN Journal
|July 1, 1990
Summary
This perioperative nursing course benefits students and hospitals by providing essential foundational knowledge and reducing orientation time. The program
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Surgical Nursing
Background:
- Clinical faculty perceived value in the initial perioperative nursing course.
- The course was seen as beneficial for both students and healthcare institutions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a perioperative nursing course at the baccalaureate level.
- To assess the course's impact on student preparedness and institutional orientation.
Main Methods:
- The study involved feedback from clinical faculty at affiliated teaching hospitals.
- Qualitative assessment of the course's perceived benefits.
Main Results:
- The course successfully provided a foundation for students entering perioperative nursing.
- Institutions experienced a shortened orientation period for new nurses.
Conclusions:
- Perioperative nursing education at the baccalaureate level is important.
- The course is recommended for continuation with planned refinements based on feedback.
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