3014 - Leading with Precision: AORN Meets AONL Core Competencies

Overview/Abstract: In the dynamic and high-stakes environment of perioperative care, effective leadership is crucial to ensuring patient safety, operational efficiency, and team cohesion. Recognizing the need for a robust leadership structure, current nurse managers have turned to the core competencies outlined by the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) and the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) to develop a new Leadership Model for Perioperative Leaders. This model integrates the AONL’s focus on professionalism, communication and relationship management, knowledge of the healthcare environment, and business skills, with the AORN’s emphasis on clinical knowledge, operational management, and leadership excellence in the perioperative setting. By combining these frameworks, the new model aims to cultivate leaders who are not only adept in clinical skills but also proficient in strategic decision-making and effective team management. This presentation will provide an in-depth look at the development and implementation of this Leadership Model, highlighting the key competencies that are essential for perioperative leadership. We will also explore how this model can be utilized to address current challenges in the perioperative environment and foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.