April Ivy...CHL,CRCST
Inkster,MI
Summary
I have a strong background in instrument sterilization, decontamination, and workflow optimization within hospital and surgical environments. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold the highest standards of patient safety. Skilled in managing inventory, coordinating with surgical staff, and implementing process improvements to enhance department efficiency. Committed to fostering a collaborative and accountable team culture while ensuring timely and accurate instrument turnaround. Ready to bring leadership, expertise, and passion for excellence to support quality patient care and operational success.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator
Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
Monroe, MI
08.2026 - Current
- Facilitate student learning through structured guidance and support in clinical settings.
- Developed educational materials to enhance understanding of complex sterile processing concepts.
- Assist in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback for improvement.
- Enhance learning experience through the development of engaging and interactive presentations.
- Meet with new hires one-on-one to design learning plans and discuss projects.
CSPD Supervisor
U of M Pavilion Hospital
Ann Arbor, MI
09.2025 - 07.2026
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with hospital protocols and patient care standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules, optimizing resource allocation and improving workflow efficiency.
- Mentored team members, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Conducted performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback to support employee growth.
- Implemented process improvements that increased service delivery speed and patient satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies for seamless operational continuity.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Corewell Health
Dearborn, MI
12.2024 - 08.2025
- Streamlined departmental workflow by actively monitoring staff performance, implementing targeted strategies that boosted overall productivity.
- Collaborated with the operating room team and vendors to address patient needs, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring optimal care delivery.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements, including The Joint Commission, AAMI, and OSHA, to maintain operational standards.
- Coordinated daily assignments and monthly schedules for team, optimizing workflow and meeting departmental goals.
Supervisor
Detroit Receiving Hospital
Detroit, MI
09.2021 - 12.2024
- Orchestrated shift activities for 15+ staff in SPD decontamination and clean areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards and improving operational workflow.
- Managed inventory of Central Sterile supplies, ensuring optimal equipment performance through regular maintenance and calibration to minimize downtime.
- Optimized staff scheduling and daily assignments using Kronos, streamlining operational workflow and improving team efficiency.
Operating Room Liaison
Detroit Receiving Hospital
Detroit, MI
01.2019 - 09.2021
- Facilitated seamless communication between the Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department, ensuring timely delivery of instruments that enhanced patient satisfaction and minimized procedural delays.
- Managed daily inventory of surgical trays and created comprehensive need lists for upcoming cases, ensuring all case carts were accurately stocked with necessary instruments.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to resolve patient concerns and streamline processes.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by swiftly addressing concerns and providing solutions to various issues.
- Improved interdepartmental collaboration with regular team building activities and open forums for discussion.
- Solved conflicts and addressed issues that occurred between other entities and business.
- Acted as the liaison between upper management and staff members, promoting positive working relationships built on trust.
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Joseph Hospital
Ann Arbor, MI
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Decontaminated, inspected, assembled, and sterilized over 100 surgical instruments and flexible/rigid scopes daily using steam, Sterrad, or ETO, ensuring safety and readiness for surgical procedures.
- Maintained compliance with sterile processing and infection control standards, supporting patient safety.
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with hospital standards.
- Inspected surgical instruments for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes and inventory levels.
Sterile Processing Technician
Detroit Receiving Hospital
Detroit, MI
09.2007 - 05.2017
- Decontaminated, inspected, assembled, and sterilized 100+ surgical instruments and flexible/rigid scopes daily using steam, Sterrad, or ETO, ensuring safety and readiness for surgical procedures.
- Assembled and delivered case carts, ensuring timely availability for procedures, while performing daily sterilization equipment tests and documenting results in tracking system to uphold compliance standards.
- Sterilized surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
- Operated sterilization machinery, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Assessed and sorted medical supplies for proper cleaning and storage procedures.
Education
No Degree - Health Care Administration
Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI06-2028
Central Sterile Processing Certification of Completion -
Wayne County Community College District
Detroit, MI08-2006
Diploma - undefined
Central High School
06-1996
Skills
- Sterilization Techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Record keeping
- Curriculum Development
- Project planning
- Project management
- Problem-Solving Skills
Certification
CRCST #118582
Timeline
Lead Educator
Promedica Monroe Regional Hospital
08.2026 - Current
CSPD Supervisor
U of M Pavilion Hospital
09.2025 - 07.2026
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Corewell Health
12.2024 - 08.2025
Supervisor
Detroit Receiving Hospital
09.2021 - 12.2024
Operating Room Liaison
Detroit Receiving Hospital
01.2019 - 09.2021
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Joseph Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2019
Sterile Processing Technician
Detroit Receiving Hospital
09.2007 - 05.2017
Diploma - undefined
Central High School
Central Sterile Processing Certification of Completion -
Wayne County Community College District
No Degree - Health Care Administration
Oakland Community College