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Computers in the operating room: the staff nurse perspective

S E Jones1

  • 1Surgery Flight, Vandenberg AFB, CA, USA.

Seminars in Perioperative Nursing
|April 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This article addresses the integration of computers and information management into operating room nursing. It focuses on preparing staff nurses for paperless documentation and overcoming their concerns.

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Area of Science:

  • Nursing Informatics
  • Healthcare Information Technology
  • Perioperative Management

Background:

  • Computers and information management are essential tools in perioperative settings.
  • The transition to paperless nursing documentation in the operating room is ongoing.
  • Staff nurses require adaptation to new technological roles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore strategies for familiarizing operating room staff nurses with computer use.
  • To identify and address potential concerns voiced by staff nurses regarding new technology.
  • To facilitate a smooth transition to electronic health records in perioperative nursing.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of staff nurse feedback and concerns.
  • Review of best practices in healthcare technology adoption.
  • Development of training and support protocols for perioperative staff.

Main Results:

  • Staff nurses express a need for adequate training and support.
  • Common concerns include workflow disruption and data security.
  • Successful adoption requires addressing user-specific anxieties and providing clear benefits.

Conclusions:

  • Effective integration of technology in perioperative nursing hinges on proactive staff engagement.
  • Addressing nurse concerns and providing tailored training are crucial for successful computer adoption.
  • Enhancing computer literacy among perioperative nurses improves documentation efficiency and patient care.

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