Sterile Processing

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Sterile Processing

Best Practices Beat Fast Processes Every Time

Aug. 25, 2023
Manual Versus Automated Device/Instrument Cleaning
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Quarterly Check-ins Give SP Leadership a Boost

July 23, 2024
For sterile processing (SP) employees to remain engaged and become high-level performers, they need to feel connected to their daily work as well as the mission and goals of the...
Sterile Processing

Tagging Instruments

July 23, 2024
Q: “We use repair tags, and they do not work on all the variety of instruments we have, such as medical devices that do not have ring handles. What do you suggest?&rdquo...
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10 Key Considerations in Instrument Reprocessing Site Selection

June 25, 2024
U.S. health systems and hospitals continue to be challenged financially and operationally by ongoing staffing shortages, rising equipment and supply costs, growing surgical volumes...
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Progressive Discipline in the SPD: When & Why?

June 25, 2024
Patient safety is the cornerstone of quality healthcare, and sterile processing (SP) technicians play a crucial role in its delivery. Every patient should expect and receive the...
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Under Pressure: PSI and “Instrument Air” Drying

June 25, 2024
Q: “What psi is used for drying instruments in the decontamination area of Sterile Processing?”A: “Instrument air” is used in the decontamination...