Maximizing Efficiency and Reducing Robotic Surgery Costs Using the NASA Task Load Index

Perioperative leaders at our facility were struggling to meet efficiency targets for robotic surgery procedures while also maintaining the satisfaction of the surgical team. We developed a human resources time and motion study tool and used it in conjunction with the NASA Task Load Index to observe and analyze the required workload of personnel assigned to 25 robotic surgery procedures. The time and motion study identified opportunities to enlist the help of nonlicensed support personnel to ensure safe patient care and improve OR efficiency.

Source: AORN Journal - September 26, 2017 Category: Nursing Authors: Carrie Walters, Paula J. Webb Tags: Featured article Source Type: research