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I just wanted to clarify. The program at Hospital A is the Periop101 program (6 months of AORN's program plus 4 months of additional preceptorship) vs. 6-8 months of preceptorship/residency at Hospital B.
Thanks!
If Hospital A is concerned enough about providing an effective orientation program as to offer AORN'S periop course, I would go with that. I would trust a facility that followed AORN'S standards over any other. Plus, a 10 month orientation will more adequately prepare a novice OR nurse. Good luck.
Elizabeth Hanes, BSN, RN
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I am a new grad in a very enviable position. I have the opportunity to go directly into the OR, either via a teaching (university) hospital that offers AORN's Periop101 course (10 months) or a teaching (university) hospital that offers a 6-8 month graduate nurse residency program.
Assuming both programs offer a hospitable environment for new grads and knowledgable preceptors (and all other factors being equal), which one would you choose? Why?
Thank you for taking time to give me your opinions!