SPD The Heart of the Hospital

The purpose of SPD is to distribute sterile goods throughout the whole hospital.

5 Fun Facts About Sterile Processing

Sterile Processing Departments are often called the “Heart of the Hospital.” SPD is the area in a hospital or surgery center where cleaning and sterilization[..]

SPD Challenges: Unprocessed Trays at 0700 The Dirty Truth

If you have managed SPD, you know the drill: Monday morning, dirty trays are at a minimum and things are generally “caught up”. Each day thereafter, the quantity of dirty

The Patient Safety & Decontamination Relationship

Where does the decontamination process begin in sterile processing? First, we have to understand what decontamination is and how important decontamination is to the patient …

SPD Employee Appreciation & Retention Relationship

This week begins the International Sterile Processing Professionals Appreciation Week. Take time this week to personally appreciate each of your professionals in Sterile Processing.