The operating room is a unique and sometimes overwhelming environment. A proper education and orientation are vital for building confidence in new employees, and for building a team that lasts. Today we’re interviewing OR educator, Amanda Heitman, BSN, RN, CNOR, founder of Periop Anew, an OR education consulting company. We’re going to discuss the importance of OR-specific educators and the critical role that they fill within the department. We’ll also discuss how laying a good foundation in education, rationale, and skills training is crucial in developing confident and competent OR nurses. Stay tuned!

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