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What is more marketable a major in nursing or perioperative theatre technology?
Im confused on which one can open doors to more opportunities
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Michelle’s Answer
Hello again, Julie !
I think Warren has valid points in his answer and I would like to contribute a thought, too. I still would advise, of the two, that Nursing is your best bet. Not sure of the marketability, however, if you do the perioperative theater work, it would limit you to working in hospitals where they do surgery. Nurses can obtain jobs in many more arenas and you may want the flexibility at various times in a nursing career, as to where you want to work - anywhere from being a private nurse for one patient in their home to a busy urban Emergency department in a hospital and anything in between. With perioperative, it's just in a hospital and depending on where you live you may not have much choice for that work being in demand.
You should do work that you love, however, and it seems as though you have interests in very important and fabulous possible careers. I think you will make a good choice !
I think Warren has valid points in his answer and I would like to contribute a thought, too. I still would advise, of the two, that Nursing is your best bet. Not sure of the marketability, however, if you do the perioperative theater work, it would limit you to working in hospitals where they do surgery. Nurses can obtain jobs in many more arenas and you may want the flexibility at various times in a nursing career, as to where you want to work - anywhere from being a private nurse for one patient in their home to a busy urban Emergency department in a hospital and anything in between. With perioperative, it's just in a hospital and depending on where you live you may not have much choice for that work being in demand.
You should do work that you love, however, and it seems as though you have interests in very important and fabulous possible careers. I think you will make a good choice !
I appreciate your support, Michelle
Julie
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Cathy’s Answer
Hello Julie,
As a surgical nurse with 13 enriching years of experience in hospital-based perioperative care, I can confidently say that it has been a highly rewarding journey. This field has unfolded numerous opportunities for me that I had never imagined. Today, the demand for perioperative care is as high as any other nursing area in the hospital and ambulatory setting.
In my career, I've had the privilege of working with over 250 hospitals nationwide, and I've observed that there isn't a significant salary difference between perioperative, floor, emergency department, critical care, or procedural nursing. However, it's worth noting that the operating room is a high-stress environment and differs greatly from floor nursing.
I believe it's essential for you to consider how much interaction you want with patients and their families, the extent to which you'd like to be involved in a patient's journey of care, and the nursing skills you'd like to further hone. Perioperative patients, more often than not, are under anesthesia and non-interactive. Your role would be limited to the perioperative episode, with other professionals taking care of the patient's check-in, recovery, and post-procedure care.
As a perioperative nurse, you'll be caring for numerous patients, one at a time, during any given day. Sometimes, you might be assigned to lengthy procedures and may only handle one or two during your shift. There are three roles that nurses can play in the perioperative area: scrub nurse, circulator, and assistant. Each role offers its own unique rewards, and I've been fortunate to experience all three in my career.
Post my hospital stint, I've spent more than 13 years in healthcare group purchasing and consulting. My specialized skills and experience in perioperative care led me to my first position outside the hospital. I continue to work with hospitals nationwide, thanks to my decision to pursue perioperative nursing. I thoroughly enjoy healthcare consulting and love working across all areas of care, but I always look for opportunities to work with perioperative clients.
As for your query about perioperative theater technology, I'm not sure if you're referring to an ORT or information technology and the electronic medical record, both have their own advantages. Nurses in perioperative care earn more than techs, but they also require more education. Many technologists have advanced to leadership positions, indicating that there are ample opportunities for growth. If you're considering information technology, I'd recommend gaining some clinical knowledge and experience first. The field offers numerous opportunities both within and outside the hospital setting.
In my biased opinion, a career in perioperative nursing will offer you an incredible journey with a myriad of diverse, challenging, and fulfilling career advancement opportunities. We need more nurses like you!
Best of luck!
As a surgical nurse with 13 enriching years of experience in hospital-based perioperative care, I can confidently say that it has been a highly rewarding journey. This field has unfolded numerous opportunities for me that I had never imagined. Today, the demand for perioperative care is as high as any other nursing area in the hospital and ambulatory setting.
In my career, I've had the privilege of working with over 250 hospitals nationwide, and I've observed that there isn't a significant salary difference between perioperative, floor, emergency department, critical care, or procedural nursing. However, it's worth noting that the operating room is a high-stress environment and differs greatly from floor nursing.
I believe it's essential for you to consider how much interaction you want with patients and their families, the extent to which you'd like to be involved in a patient's journey of care, and the nursing skills you'd like to further hone. Perioperative patients, more often than not, are under anesthesia and non-interactive. Your role would be limited to the perioperative episode, with other professionals taking care of the patient's check-in, recovery, and post-procedure care.
As a perioperative nurse, you'll be caring for numerous patients, one at a time, during any given day. Sometimes, you might be assigned to lengthy procedures and may only handle one or two during your shift. There are three roles that nurses can play in the perioperative area: scrub nurse, circulator, and assistant. Each role offers its own unique rewards, and I've been fortunate to experience all three in my career.
Post my hospital stint, I've spent more than 13 years in healthcare group purchasing and consulting. My specialized skills and experience in perioperative care led me to my first position outside the hospital. I continue to work with hospitals nationwide, thanks to my decision to pursue perioperative nursing. I thoroughly enjoy healthcare consulting and love working across all areas of care, but I always look for opportunities to work with perioperative clients.
As for your query about perioperative theater technology, I'm not sure if you're referring to an ORT or information technology and the electronic medical record, both have their own advantages. Nurses in perioperative care earn more than techs, but they also require more education. Many technologists have advanced to leadership positions, indicating that there are ample opportunities for growth. If you're considering information technology, I'd recommend gaining some clinical knowledge and experience first. The field offers numerous opportunities both within and outside the hospital setting.
In my biased opinion, a career in perioperative nursing will offer you an incredible journey with a myriad of diverse, challenging, and fulfilling career advancement opportunities. We need more nurses like you!
Best of luck!
Paul Goetzinger MPA
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Paul’s Answer
Based upon the current demand, it would have to be nursing.
Warren Lubow
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I think you will need to ask specific professionals in this field to get a proper answer. Nursing is more generalized so a broader set of opportunities and the specialized more technical role of the theater operations is going to have higher pay but its a specialty so I would think in that regard there are less opportunities but at a higher pay - To get a proper detailed answer you need to seek out Medical Professionals in this field and inquire with them -