title: Staffing formulas determine correct levels.
abstract: In this time of nursing shortages and cost containment, OR managers must determine the correct staffing for their hospital. They cannot afford to be overstaffed, nor can they risk being understaffed. This article will describe two staffing formulas and discuss RN-to-technologist ratios and personnel assigned per room.
authors: Brookside Hospital, San Pablo, CA.
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authors: Miner
mesh_terms: D008962:Models, Theoretical; D009871:Operating Room Nursing; D009872:Operating Room Technicians / Q000600:supply & distribution*; D010561:Personnel Staffing and Scheduling / Q000592:standards*; D014481:United States; D000078329:Workforce