Angelina Crespo
The Bronx
Summary
Highly organized and performance-driven Sterile Processing supervisor with progressive leadership experience in large academic medical centers and multi-facility environments. Proven ability to supervise department operations, supervise and develop staff, maintain regulatory compliance, and support high-volume surgical services. Strong background in instrument lifecycle management, quality assurance, infection prevention, inventory control, and service-line optimization, including ophthalmology and orthopedic specialties. Known for decisive leadership, attention to detail, and collaborative partnerships with OR leadership and clinical teams.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Supervisor
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - The One
06.2025 - Current
- Lead day-to-day operations of the Sterile Processing Department, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant processing of surgical instrumentation.
- Supervise, coach, and support sterile processing staff across decontamination, prep & pack, sterilization, and distribution.
- Ensure full compliance with AAMI standards, Joint Commission requirements, infection control policies, and hospital protocols.
- Oversee sterilization monitoring, including biological indicators, Bowie-Dick tests, load documentation, and record audits.
- Collaborate with Operating Room leadership, surgeons, and clinical stakeholders to align department output with surgical schedules and urgent needs.
- Identify workflow gaps and implement process improvements to improve turnaround times and tray accuracy.
- Support onboarding, competency validation, and ongoing staff education.
Sterile Processing Technician II
NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
06.2023 - Current
- Perform advanced sterile processing functions while supporting departmental efficiency and quality initiatives.
- Maintain accurate sterilization records and routinely review documentation for compliance and audit readiness.
- Serve as a resource for peers, assisting with complex tray assemblies and troubleshooting instrument issues.
- Contribute to department projects related to tray optimization, inventory accuracy, and service line support.
- Ensure timely delivery of sterile instruments to ORs and procedural areas.
Traveling Sterile Processing Technician II
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided staffing support to multiple healthcare facilities, adapting quickly to varying workflows, policies, and equipment.
- Supported departmental continuity during staffing shortages by maintaining high performance standards.
- Assisted leadership teams by completing priority tasks across all SPD functions with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated flexibility, accountability, and professionalism in fast-paced environments.
Sterile Processing Technician I-II
Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
02.2020 - 11.2022
- Supported hospital surgical services through accurate decontamination, assembly, and sterilization of surgical instrumentation.
- Operated and monitored washers, ultrasonics, and sterilizers, ensuring proper testing and documentation.
- Maintained compliance with infection control standards and departmental policies.
Supply Coordinator
Genesis Healthcare
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Managed medical supply inventory, purchasing, and vendor coordination to support patient care operations.
- Monitored par levels and usage trends to prevent shortages and control costs.
- Maintained strong communication with internal departments and external vendors.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY06.2026
Skills
- Instrument Tracking Systems
- Sterilization Record Audits & Compliance Reporting
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Teams
- Inventory & Par Level Management
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Continuous learning commitment
- Infection control practices
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Certified Registered Central Sterile Technician II (CRCST II), 2022
Management And Operational Expertise
- Sterile Processing Department Management
- Staff Scheduling, Supervision & Coaching
- Regulatory Compliance (AAMI, Joint Commission, OSHA)
- Infection Prevention & Risk Mitigation
- Quality Assurance & Performance Monitoring
- Instrument & Tray Standardization
- Inventory, Par Levels & Cost Control
- OR & Surgical Services Collaboration
- Process Improvement & Workflow Optimization
- New Facility & Service Line Support
Technical And Administrative Skills
- Instrument Tracking Systems
- Sterilization Record Audits & Compliance Reporting
- Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams
- Inventory & Par Level Management
Timeline
Sterile Processing Supervisor
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital - The One
06.2025 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician II
NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Traveling Sterile Processing Technician II
Aya Healthcare
12.2022 - 06.2023
Supply Coordinator
Genesis Healthcare
06.2021 - 02.2022
Sterile Processing Technician I-II
Wake Forest Baptist Hospital
02.2020 - 11.2022
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Dutchess Community College