Major: Surgical Nursing (Cerrahi Hemşireliği)
Program Overview
A specialized clinical program training nurses for operating room (OR) roles, combining perioperative care, sterile techniques, and surgical technology.
Key Learning Objectives
- Master preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care.
- Learn sterile techniques, infection control, and surgical instruments.
- Gain expertise in anesthesia assistance, patient monitoring, and emergency response.
- Understand surgical specialties (general, orthopedic, cardiac, etc.).
- Apply teamwork and communication in high-pressure environments.
Core Courses
- Perioperative Nursing
- Sterile Techniques & Infection Control
- Surgical Instruments & Equipment
- Anesthesia & Patient Monitoring
- Surgical Specialties
- Surgical Pharmacology
- Emergency & Trauma Nursing
- Surgical Technology & Robotics
- Postoperative Care & Pain Management
- Ethics & Legal Issues in Surgical Nursing
Assessment Methods
- Clinical skill demonstrations
- Surgical case study analyses
- Simulation-based assessments
- Perioperative care plans
Tools & Resources
- Equipment: Surgical instruments, sterilizers, anesthesia machines, monitors
- Books: Perioperative Nursing: An Introductory Text, Alexander’s Care of the Patient in Surgery
Prerequisites
- Bachelor’s in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent.
- Clinical experience (preferred).
Program Duration
- 1–2 years (certificate/master’s), including clinical practicum.
Certifications
- Turkish Surgical Nursing Certification
- Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Career Paths
- Surgical Nurse (Scrub/Circulating)
- Surgical Technologist
- Anesthesia Nurse
- Postoperative Care Nurse
- OR Manager
- Surgical First Assistant
- Trauma Nurse
- Clinical Educator
- Surgical Sales Representative
Why This Major?
High demand in Turkey’s growing healthcare sector for surgical nurses who ensure patient safety and precision in life-saving procedures. Ideal for those passionate about teamwork and critical care.
