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Orientation made easy. Using preceptors and skills checklists.

J L Davis

    AORN Journal
    |April 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    Implementing a structured perioperative nurse orientation program with preceptors and competency skills lists improves staff retention and morale. This approach ensures new nurses gain essential skills efficiently in today's demanding operating rooms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing Education
    • Surgical Nursing
    • Healthcare Workforce Development

    Background:

    • Traditional perioperative nurse training often lacks structure, leading to inconsistent skill acquisition and increased stress for new staff.
    • The operating room (OR) environment is increasingly complex, with advanced technology and higher patient volumes.
    • Haphazard training methods are insufficient for preparing nurses to meet current OR demands.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To outline an effective orientation program for perioperative nurses.
    • To enhance the training and skill development of new operating room (OR) personnel.
    • To improve staff retention and morale within surgical departments.

    Main Methods:

    • Utilizing adult learning principles in curriculum design.
    • Implementing a formal preceptor program pairing new nurses with experienced staff.
    • Developing and employing a comprehensive competency skills list for objective assessment.

    Main Results:

    • Structured orientation programs lead to more consistent and effective skill development for new perioperative nurses.
    • The use of preceptors significantly improves staff morale and retention rates.
    • Competency-based training helps new employees become proficient team members more rapidly.

    Conclusions:

    • An evidence-based orientation program incorporating adult learning, preceptors, and skills checklists is crucial for successful perioperative nurse integration.
    • Investing in structured training positively impacts both individual nurse development and overall departmental efficiency.
    • This approach addresses the challenges of training in modern, high-tech operating room settings.

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