On Demand Webinar: Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 Description: Tune in monthly and join HSPA’s Certification Department to hear program updates, ask questions regarding your application requirements, and chat with department leadership. This month will focus on exam application do’s and don’ts, general Q&A. Learning Objectives: 1. Exam policies and procedures 2. Completion of the hours form 3. Reading the fine print 4. Application processing time 5. Q&A

Live Webinar: November 14, 2024- 10:00-11:00(CST) In the quest for clinical excellence, the integrity and function of sterilization wrap is paramount to safeguarding patient health by ensuring the sterility of medical instruments. This webinar explores the pivotal role wrap plays in healthcare settings in reducing the risk of HAIs, a fundamental aspect in maintaining rigorous safety standards. Additionally, it addresses compliance with industry-specific standards and regulatory directives, reviewing the latest guidelines from authoritative bodies such as AAMI, AORN, CDC, ISO and the FDA. A focus is placed on achieving an optimal balance of wrap properties when selecting and using sterilization wrap. In conjunction, the assessment of total wrap cost and ongoing performance will be covered. By sharing best practices in sterilization wrap usage, this presentation aims to elevate the standards of clinical safety and efficiency. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 1. Importance of Sterilization Wrap a. Explain the critical role sterilization wrap plays in maintaining the sterility of medical instruments and reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs). 2. Compliance with Standards and Regulations a. Discuss adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements for sterilization wrap. b. Review the latest guidelines from recognized authorities such as AAMI, AORN, CDC, ISO and FDA. 3. Optimal Balance: Assessing Key Features of Sterilization Wrap a. Learn how to assess a wrap’s balance of properties and the total cost of use when evaluating purchasing options. b. Discuss key performance indicators for wrap (e.g., unexpected cost increases, reprocessing rates, OR delays, patient outcomes). Speaker: SADE BROWN, PHD, R&D ENGINEER, OWENS & MINOR

Live Webinar: October 17, 2024- 10:00-11:00(CST) Infection prevention requires an interdisciplinary approach and understanding of how different disciplines contribute to quality outcomes and patient safety. Jill Holdsworth, CIC, FAPIC, NREMT, CRCST, CHL, and Natalie Lind, CRCST, CHL, FCS, offer valuable insights into the benefits of a symbiotic relationship between SP and Infection Prevention Panelists: Jill Holdsworth, Manager of Infection Prevention, Emory University Hospital Midtown, and Natalie Lind, HSPA Director of Education

Join Monique Jelks, Brandon Gantt and Natalie Lind as they take advantage of the time and season of Gifts and Resolutions to discuss the importance of mentoring and the benefits to both the mentor and the mentee.

Join our expert panel as they discuss best practices with daVinci reprocessing, Barry Bryant ST, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CER, Sterile Processing Manager, Northeast Georgia Medical Center, will share his facility’s successes with their daVinci program. Marcy Duffy, CSFA, CST, CRCST, Genesis Reprocessing Product Manager for Intuitive, will provide information about best practices related to daVinci processing systems. Join us for an information-filled program and an opportunity to ask questions of our guests. Guest Speakers: Marcy Duffy and Barry Bryant

The transition from AAMI TIR34 to ANSI/AAMI ST108 represents both the greater awareness of the importance of water quality to successful sterile processing operations and an opportunity for managers of these departments to collaborate with their colleagues in other departments through multidisciplinary water management teams. This presentation will cover the essentials of water quality, how it is defined by ANSI/AAMI ST108 and what is needed for alignment, and lastly how sterile processing can work with colleagues in facilities and infection prevention to ensure water quality does not become a limiting factor. Guest Speakers: Brian Flannigan and Richard Dandrow

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

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

Most of us wish our work culture was more positive. It’s easy to point out negative aspects of department culture, but once they have been identified, it becomes more difficult to make the necessary changes. Join our panel as we share experiences and ideas about positive departmental culture how to develop them and how to maintain them.. Along with sharing their insights, the panel will address questions from participants.

There are several reasons to round in the Sterile Processing department. Rounding provides a picture of the current state of the department. It can identify workload, safety issues, infection prevention issues and so much more. Rounding also provides individuals in each work area with an opportunity to touch base with the person rounding. Join us for a discussion of rounding, the benefits, shortfalls and missed opportunities that impact this seemingly simple activity. Along with sharing their insights, the panel will address questions from participants.