Perioperative Challenges: 2005 From Surviving to Thriving
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An interactive, one-day
workshop Providing the critical tools needed to effectively
control perioperative costs. The latest AAMI and ASTM
standards and new patient safety practices will be
presented with appropriate applications.
HIGHLIGHTING…
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Real solutions to perioperative cost
issues.
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Effective project implementation
processes.
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Clinical Resource Coordinators and
their emerging role.
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Latest JCAHO and AORN Patient Safety
Standards.
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AAMI and ASTM Standards and their
application.
Instructed By: Kathy Greer, RN, CNOR, LNC
PURPOSE & CONCEPT…
Today’s healthcare environment finds
practitioners continually facing reduced revenues and
increased demands on quality of care improvement. New
practice recommendations such as patient safety mandates
from JCAHO necessitate the transfer of funds for
protection issues. Many other factors put a strain on
available funds making cost reductions more challenging
every day. This workshop will give a basic understanding
of the product procurement process; discuss easy cost
saving measures which many OR’s overlook. This program
will assist the learner in creating a cost containment
program which will be efficient and produce immediate and
ongoing results
WHO SHOULD ATTEND…
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All clinicians involved in the
perioperative process, especially the
Director of Surgical Services
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Perioperative Nurse Managers
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Clinical Resource Coordinators
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Perioperative Education Coordinators
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Perioperative Staff Nurses
BEHAVIORAL OBJECTIVES…
At the conclusion of this valuable seminar, the successful
participant will be able to:
Identify and apply new AAMI and ASTM Standards
Improve perioperative cost
containment programs
Identify long-term cost cutting
measures in their facility
Discuss proven methods to create
participation in the cost containment process
Understand the latest JCAHO and
AORN Patient Safety Practices
WORKSHOP CURRICULUM…
PART 1. RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
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Effective Utilization of Group Purchasing Contracts
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How to get the best product at the best price
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The Role of the Clinical Resource Coordinator
PART 2. COST REDUCTION STRATEGIES
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Key Components to a cost
effective product evaluation process
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Key components to an ongoing
program for identification and implementation of
cost cutting processes
Methodology for Utilizing Cost
Containment Projects in Quality Improvement
Programs
PART 3. TEAM BUILDING WITH A
COST CONTAINMENT PROGRAM
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Creating a positive environment
for cost containment
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Strategies to improve and apply
team building techniques
PART 4. STANDARDS, PRACTICES AND
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE O.R.
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Updates on JCAHO, AORN, AAMI and
ASTM Standards
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Utilizing these standards without
increasing your budget
PART 5. PRESENT PROBLEMS AND
FUTURE SOLUTIONS
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Group Discussion and application
of tools learned
WORKSHOP FACULTY…
Kathy Greer, RN, CNOR, LNC is a Clinical Specialist for a manufacturer of
Infection Control and Operating Room products and is a
consultant for numerous surgical centers on all issues,
including start up, accreditation and daily operations. She is
a Legal Nurse Consultant experienced as an expert witness and
chart review. She has also conducted clinical training for
laboratory surgeons and clinical training of the surgical
staff for spinal cage insertion, Orthopedic and cardiovascular
implants. She has been a public speaker to professional and
interested groups on nursing and material management issues.
Ms. Greer has authored numerous articles for local, state and
national newsletters. One of her publications is entitled
“Easy Ways to Save Money in Your OR” in the SSM (Surgical
Services Management), AORN Journal. Ms. Greer is currently
Chair of Nurses in Business, Industry and Consulting,
Specialty Assembly of the Association of PeriOperative
Registered Nurses. She is a member of the Board of Directors
on the Florida Council of Perioperative Registered Nurses.
