May 14, 2021
Group cohesiveness. What do these words mean to you? As defined, group cohesiveness occurs when members of a group enjoy strong social relationships and a shared sense of identity.
May 14, 2021
Starting a job in Central Sterile Services (Sterile Processing), let alone healthcare, is a process!
May 14, 2021
When you work in the sterile processing world, either as a technician or in a leadership position, the subject of certification arises often.
May 14, 2021
Sterile Processing Outsourcing…. sounds like a great idea, but is it? Some facilities have tried it with a mixed bag of success;
May 14, 2021
In 2020 we faced shortages in PPE, supplies and toilet paper due to the Covid 19 epidemic.
May 14, 2021
Many clinicians are likely asking what is a MSP? MSPs aka Managed Service Providers are companies
November 7, 2020
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[..]
November 7, 2020
Education in all stages of life is invaluable. Continuous education in our work lives is critical.With our rapidly changing world, the ability to continually educate ourselves is necessary to maintain the edge in our chosen fields.
September 17, 2020
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
August 21, 2020
I cannot think of any two departments in healthcare that depend on each other and require teamwork more than the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Departments. So why is it so common to see an “us versus them” mentality?
May 20, 2020
Not that long ago, Healthcare organizations were reluctant to “invest” in their Sterile Processing Departments. Critical infrastructure and human capital needs were tabled while funding was being utilized [..]
May 12, 2020
As Perioperative Healthcare Leaders, we can all agree that these are unprecedented times. Staffing and supply resources have rightfully been diverted to care of COVID 19 patients.
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February 7, 2019
Sterile Processing Department Staffing is a challenge for most facilities. The work is hard, and the pay is poor. The turnover and vacancy rates are high. As a result, hiring managers often compromise standards[..]