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Developing competency-based perioperative orientation programs

C A Schramm1, V M Hoshowsky

  • 1University of Connecticut, USA.

AORN Journal
|October 1, 1995
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This study presents a competency-based orientation program for perioperative nurses, utilizing AORN standards and regulatory requirements to ensure staff proficiency and comprehensive patient care.

Area of Science:

  • Nursing Education
  • Perioperative Care
  • Healthcare Quality Improvement

Background:

  • Ensuring staff competency is a persistent challenge for perioperative clinical educators.
  • Existing orientation programs may not adequately address the complexities of perioperative nursing practice.
  • External regulatory requirements impact healthcare institutions and necessitate robust staff validation processes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop and describe a competency-based orientation program for perioperative staff.
  • To establish a framework for validating the orientation and competency of perioperative nurses.
  • To align orientation practices with professional standards and regulatory mandates.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a competency-based orientation program.

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  • Utilization of the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) competency statements as a framework.
  • Integration of requirements from regulatory agencies, such as The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations.

    • Main Results:

    • A structured model for perioperative staff orientation was created.
    • The program incorporates validated components for assessing staff competency.
    • The framework addresses both professional standards and external accreditation requirements.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed competency-based orientation program provides a comprehensive approach to validating perioperative staff.
    • This model supports the delivery of high-quality nursing care in perioperative settings.
    • Implementation of this program can enhance staff preparedness and meet accreditation standards.