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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 09/28/2023 at 12:00 PM (EDT)
The success or failure of every SPD depends on the people who work within that department. This live program will highlight the importance of building and maintaining a strong education program. The panel will discuss strategies to develop and enhance departmental education to help ensure staff develop the necessary skills to provide high-quality support for patient care. The panel will also address questions from participants. Guest Speakers: Sharon Greene-Golden and Jan Prudent
The success or failure of every SPD depends on the people who work within that department. This live program will highlight the importance of building and maintaining a strong education program. The panel will discuss strategies to develop and enhance departmental education to help ensure staff develop the necessary skills to provide high-quality support for patient care. The panel will also address questions from participants.
Guest Speakers:
Sharon Greene-Golden and Jan Prudent-
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
HSPA recognizes water quality is a hot topic, especially in light of the new standard, ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023. This webinar, co-moderated by HSPA’s Damien Berg and Susan Klacik, will feature an insightful discussion with several experts from various backgrounds—each of whom participated in the development of ST108. The group will share valuable information about what Sterile Processing (SP) professionals need to know as they address water quality for medical device processing. Guest Speakers: Jhmeid Billingslea Horlando Cintron Kia Parker
HSPA recognizes water quality is a hot topic, especially in light of the new standard, ANSI/AAMI ST108:2023. This webinar, co-moderated by HSPA’s Damien Berg and Susan Klacik, will feature an insightful discussion with several experts from various backgrounds—each of whom participated in the development of ST108. The group will share valuable information about what Sterile Processing (SP) professionals need to know as they address water quality for medical device processing.
Guest Speakers:
Jhmeid Billingslea
Horlando Cintron
Kia Parker-
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1. Review guidance on vaporized hydrogen peroxide (VH2O2) sterilization provided in ANSI/AAMI ST58:2013/(R)2018 2. Identify VH2O2 sterilizer chamber loading practices 3. Discuss containment systems for VH2O2 sterilization 4. Review biological indicators for monitoring VH2O2 sterilization
As technicians become confident in their skills and begin looking for ways to grow and help others, training fellow staff members should be considered. This lesson discusses how technicians can effectively plan and present a training session.
This lesson is set to expire October 31st, 2027
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Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1. Describe preparation and initial steps for successful auditing 2. Define the basis for auditing flexible endoscope processing 3. Outline considerations for the implementation of auditing processes
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) lessons provide members with ongoing education focusing on the maintenance and handling of endoscopes. These lessons are designed for CER recertification, but can be of value to any CRCS
This lesson is set to expire April 30, 2024.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
Join HSPA’s education director, Natalie Lind, and guests for a discussion on strategies to plan, develop, and implement systems that help your department grow. Guest Speakers: Anthony Bondon Tami Heacock
Join HSPA’s education director, Natalie Lind, and guests for a discussion on strategies to plan, develop, and implement systems that help your department grow.
Guest Speakers:
Anthony Bondon
Tami Heacock
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1. List the components of an effective education program 2. Recognize and manage informal training 3. Establish competency-based education
The IAHCSMM Central Service Leadership Manual defines training as “the process for developing the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary for staff members to perform required job tasks.” Why the focus on orientation and training? To improve quality, increase customer satisfaction, and promote safety and quality patient care.
This lesson is set to expire August 31, 2024.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1. Identify the function tests appropriate for specific types of surgical instruments 2. Describe how to determine when instrument repair is needed 3. Understand the available types of instrument repair and maintenance programs
A key factor in providing safe care for surgical patients is ensuring that instruments used for every procedure are in good working order. Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing department (SPD) personnel should understand that instruments that do not function properly can adversely affect patient care and safety, the facility’s investment, and surgeon satisfaction.
This lesson is set to expire October 31, 2024.
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Contains 4 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1. Describe preparation and initial steps for successful auditing 2. Define the basis for auditing flexible endoscope processing 3. Outline considerations for the implementation of auditing processes
Certified Endoscope Reprocessor (CER) lessons provide members with ongoing education focusing on the maintenance and handling of endoscopes. These lessons are designed for CER recertification, but can be of value to any CRCS
This lesson is set to expire October 31st 2024.
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- Click the "Handouts" tab to download and read the Lesson Plan
- Click the "Contents" tab to begin the Quiz
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1. List the challenges associated with difficult conversations 2. Identify methods to manage difficult conversations 3. Develop an open, accepting culture of two-way feedback and conversation
Difficult conversations are among the most challenging responsibilities for those in management positions. Sterile Processing (SP) managers not only have to have difficult conversations with their employees, but they also must respond to customers under not-sopleasant circumstances. Developing a plan to prepare for these types of conversations reduces the stress associated with having them; this would include responding to an irate surgeon in the Operating Room (OR).
This lesson is set to expire August 31, 2024.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits
Learning Objectives: 1) Understand the implications and expectations for medical device manufacturers as a result of the newly published standards for instructions for use; 2) Review the significant requirements in ANSI/AAMI/ISO 17664:2017; 3) Review the significant provisions in ISO 17664-2:2021; 4) Review the significant guidance and other innovations in AAMI TIR12:2020
Developing and validating the instructions for use (IFU) for processing (cleaning, disinfecting and/or sterilizing) medical devices by a healthcare facility is a significant responsibility of medical device manufacturers (MDMs). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires that these instructions be validated—not just for efficacy but also so the healthcare facility can practically implement the instructions.
This lesson is set to expire June 30, 2024.
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