PERI-OPERATIVE INFECTION CONTROL PRACTICES OF OPERATING ROOM NURSES AMONG HOSPITALS IN RINCONADA

Surgical site infections(SSIs) represent a significant healthcare concern, contributing to increased morbidity, mortality, and costs. This study examined perioperative infection control practices among operating room nurses in Rinconada hospitals, analyzing the relationship between demographic profiles and infection prevention practices across all surgical phases. A descriptive research design was employed using a structured questionnaire administered to 53 operating room staff nurses through total enumeration. Data were analyzed using percentage technique, weighted mean, and chi square test to determine associations between demographic variables (age, sex, task performed, length of service, and training) and infection control practices during pre operative, intraoperative, and post-operative phases.The respondent were predominantly female (81.13%), aged 18-24 years (28.30%), with 1-5 years of service (47.17%). Most performed ward nurse duties (48.78%) and possessed basic life support training (47.17%). All perioperative phases demonstrated high adherence to infection control practices: pre-operative (weighted mean=4.19), intraoperative (weighted mean=4.14), and post-operative (weighted mean=4.18).