to assess, develop, and implement a team hand-over communication tool. Furthermore, perioperative managers and administrators will benefit from suggested strategies for supporting an interprofessional team during the implementation of a communication tool. As such, our topic is relevant to nursing at all levels.
AORN Journal: How can attendees embrace the insights you will be sharing during your session to help transform their practice?
Gross: As a result of this session, attendees will recognize the importance of effective team communication and hand overs in the OR-PACU toward promoting patient safety and transforming their practice. Attendees will have an enhanced understanding of the necessary considerations for the development and implementation of new communication practices within a local context.