Circulating nurse

Amiss5572, There are some very informative threads about the OR and perioperative nursing, so perhaps try using the search function. If you have any specific questions, I will be happy to help.

I agree with previous comment. You should search. I will tell you it is challenging but awesome. It takes atleast 6 months to feel somewhat comfortable and you will continue learning daily . Sometimes you have to overlook staff or surgeon attitudes or comments. It can get intense in certain situations. It will help you a lot if you learn AORN standards and recommended practices. Always think ahead and anticipate what your surgeon or staff may need next.

Take care of the patient first. Set the computer on the back burner until that patient is completely monitored, induced and prepped. Do the time out and THEN, turn to the friggen computer. That's my number one advice to new grad circulators: get the case going first.