Abstract:

Objective To construct a modular training program for robotic-assisted surgery （RAS） nursing coordination and explore its effects. Methods A modular training program for RAS nursing coordination was developed through literature analysis，semi-structured interviews，group discussions，and Delphi method. A control group of 21 operating room nurses who received RAS nursing coordination training from January 2022 to December 2022 was selected and underwent conventional training. Another experimental group of 21 operating room nurses who received RAS nursing coordination training from January to December 2023 was selected and underwent training based on the modular training program for RAS nursing coordination. The theoretical knowledge and operational skills assessment scores，completion time of nursing coordination items，and surgeon satisfaction scores were collected and compared between the two groups. Results The experimental group showed better performance in theoretical knowledge and operational skills assessment scores，less completion time of nursing coordination items （including preoperative material preparation time，robotic arm protective sleeve installation time，robot 3D lens calibration time，time to move the bedside robotic arm to the designated position，intraoperative fault identification and handling time，and postoperative equipment sorting time），and higher surgeon satisfaction scores compared to the control group（P<0.05）. Conclusion The modular training program for RAS nursing coordination constructed in this study demonstrates scientific rigor and practicality，improving the knowledge and skill of operating room nurses related to RAS nursing coordination，shortening completion time of nursing coordination items，enhancing the satisfaction of RAS surgeons，therefore，contributing to the safety and quality of RAS surgeries.

Key words: Robotic-assisted surgery, Operating room nurses, Nursing coordination, Training