Thalita de Souza Santos, n/a: No financial relationships to disclose
Overview/Abstract: While clinical outcomes remain a central focus, financial stewardship is increasingly recognized as a core nursing responsibility. This session outlines how a culture of cost-conscious care is built with perioperative teams in surgical units — from tracking key cost indicators (e.g., materials per case, losses from breakage or expiry) to engaging staff in financial literacy and decision-making. Participants will learn how nurse leaders can bridge the gap between care quality and cost control, fostering a shared sense of responsibility without creating a punitive or bureaucratic environment.
