Linda Beaver, RN, MSN, MHA, administrator at Gateway Endoscopy Center in St. Louis, describes the challenge of maintaining sound anesthesia policies and procedures while using propofol and how her ASC is working to overcome this challenge.
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An effective orientation program for new employees, whether they are RNs or technicians, is an important building block for maintaining a cohesive, high-caliber team. Linda Beaver, RN, MSN, MHA, administrator at Gateway Endoscopy Center in St. Louis, shares three critical…
The Association of periOperative Registered Nurses conducted its seventh online survey on salary and compensation of perioperative nurses. Data was collected from more than 4,900 individual respondents.
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This position is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the administrative operations of a new $17 million dollar center opening in the summer of 2011.
Kenny Spitler has joined ASC management and development company Interventional Management Services as its chief development officer.