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    • Perioperative Nursing

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    • Surgical technologists are vital members of the perioperative team, alongside surgeons, anesthesia professionals, and RN circulators.
    • Norton Healthcare faced persistent shortages of surgical technologists despite a partnership with a community college.
    • The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for skilled OR personnel capable of frontline patient care.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the development and implementation of an in-house Surgical Technologist Apprentice Program (STAP).
    • To address the critical shortage of surgical technologists at Norton Healthcare.
    • To create accessible career pathways in specialized surgical roles.

    Main Methods:

    • Developed a six-week didactic and simulation-based training curriculum for the STAP.
    • Implemented a six-month preceptorship in the operating room (OR) for program participants.
    • Integrated the STAP with an existing community college partnership.

    Main Results:

    • The STAP successfully provided skilled personnel to meet OR demands.
    • The program proved particularly valuable during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    • It offered a viable career-building opportunity for individuals in entry-level positions.

    Conclusions:

    • In-house apprentice programs can effectively mitigate surgical technologist shortages.
    • The STAP model offers a cost-effective and accessible training solution.
    • This initiative enhances the perioperative team's capacity and resilience.