title: Life in the fast lane--helpful tips for OR charge nurses.
abstract: Today's ORs are fast-paced. Generally, charge nurses are given little training to be effective in their role and are expected to keep the OR running smoothly. This article examines ways in which charge nurses can satisfy the needs of surgeons and staff members and offers suggestions for dealing with delays and disgruntled surgeons, fostering good working relationships, demonstrating responsibility, and maintaining a financial perspective in decision making.
authors.affiliation: Allina Mercy Hospital, Coon Rapids, MN, USA.
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authors.lastname: Sonnenberg
mesh_terms: D001291:Attitude of Health Personnel; D003142:Communication; D006801:Humans; D007400:Interprofessional Relations; D009741:Nursing Staff, Hospital / Q000523:psychology*; D009745:Nursing, Supervisory / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009871:Operating Room Nursing / Q000458:organization & administration*; D019555:Physician-Nurse Relations; D017748:Time Management; D014481:United States