Accreditation surveys exist to strengthen organizations, not to catch them off guard. When ACHC surveyors identify areas for improvement, those findings become a roadmap for elevating patient safety and operational excellence.
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Guide to AORN Expo 2026: Conference Provides Evidence-Based Education & Hands-On Learning
The 2026 AORN Global Surgical Conference & Expo returns April 11-14 in New Orleans, bringing together perioperative nurses at every career stage for immersive education, professional connection and practice-shaping dialogue.
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[Sponsored] The Only Hot Dog You’ll Want in the OR: A Signature Recipe from Augustine Surgical
While the stakes are undoubtedly higher in surgery, there are striking parallels between a high-performing kitchen and a well-run operating room. Every great chef will tell you that success relies on mise en place, having everything prepared, organized, and ready before the heat is even turned on.
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From Circulator to Coach, Building Leadership Through CCI Volunteerism
As National Volunteer Week (April 19-25) approaches, perioperative nurses nationwide are taking time to elevate their profession through service. For many, volunteering with the Competency & Credentialing Institute (CCI) is more than giving back – it’s a strategic path to developing leadership skills that support career growth and strengthen patient care (Journal of Applied Psychology).
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[Sponsored] Innovative Medical Products: Built on Partnership
In today’s operating rooms, the pressure is real. Nurses and surgical teams move efficiently, maintain compliance, protect patients and manage equipment, all while keeping cases on schedule. At the same time, hospitals must ensure that purchasing decisions support both clinical performance and responsible resource management.
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My, How Things Have Changed
I recently reviewed a number of articles on the evolution of Ambulatory Surgery including the recent thought-provoking article, “The ASC Surge”, in the Winter 2026 issue of OR Today.1 These articles prompted some reflection on the evolution of ambulatory surgery. When I began working in perioperative nursing in the mid-1980s our total joint cases, whether knees or hips, had a lengthy inpatient hospital stay. In comparison, total knee arthroplasties are now routinely scheduled as outpatient procedures for healthy patients and outpatient hip replacements are possible for some patients.
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