The Orchestra of Surgical Nursing Care

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Episode 35: The Orchestra of Surgical Nursing Care

Summary: In May’s episode of Plugged In To Nursing, hear Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN, and Jessica Massouda, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPAN, CNOR, system nurse educator, discuss Surgical Services and the nurse’s impact through its many phases of care. Jessica’s description highlights the orchestra of teamwork and collaboration for successful surgeries. Listen to learn why being organized, having strong communication skills, and leading with compassion are essential traits for surgical nurses.

Speakers: Kirsten McCoy Dietrich, RN Norton Audubon Hospital

Jessica Massouda, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPAN, CNOR System Nurse Educator

Show Notes: ‘UofL’ is University of Louisville ‘PACU’ is post anesthesia care unit ‘PCA’ is patient care assistant ‘CCRN’ is Critical Care Registered Nurse ‘EP Lab’ is Electrophysiology Lab ‘ERAS’ is enhanced recovery after surgery ‘SCIP’ is surgical care improvement project

Job shadow interest, https://nortonhealthcare.com/careers/students-in-healthcare/job-shadowing/ Email address: Jessica.Massouda@nortonhealthcare.org

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