Aorn Terminal Cleaning

AORN terminal cleaning is the thorough cleaning and disinfecting of a healthcare area to prevent infections, typically done after patient use.

  • Preparation
  • Gather all cleaning supplies
  • Remove all waste and sharps containers
  • Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
  • Ceilings and Walls
  • Dust and clean all ceiling fixtures
  • Wipe down walls and light switches
  • Clean and disinfect air vents
  • Furniture and Fixtures
  • Clean and sanitize OR table and attachments
  • Disinfect surgical lights and control panels
  • Wipe down stools and chairs
  • Floor and Surface Cleaning
  • Mop entire floor with disinfectant
  • Clean and disinfect door handles
  • Wipe and sanitize baseboards
  • Equipment and Instruments
  • Disinfect anesthesia machine and monitor
  • Clean and sterilize surgical instruments
  • Sanitize all electronic devices
  • Linens and Drapes
  • Replace all linens with sterile ones
  • Dispose of used drapes and covers
  • Check and restock warming blankets
  • Storage and Supplies
  • Clean and restock supply carts
  • Disinfect storage cabinets and shelves
  • Check and refill hand sanitizer dispensers
  • Final Inspection
  • Ensure all surfaces are visibly clean
  • Check for any remaining trash
  • Document the cleaning process and complete a checklist