Ceola Acklin
Nashville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Sterile Processing Technician with a proven track record at Tri-Star Centennial Hospital, enhancing patient safety through meticulous sterilization and decontamination procedures. Skilled in steam sterilization and fostering team collaboration, I've driven efficiency improvements and played a pivotal role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation. Experienced in assembling carts and selecting instruments and supplies for procedures. Competent in performing and documenting test results, restocking supplies and managing records. Focused on working quickly and accurately to maintain efficient facility operations. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 20+ years of related experience. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with hardworking and diligent nature.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Thomas Surgicare
02.2024 - Current
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
Sterile Processing Technician
Spine and Specialty Hospital
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Enhanced patient safety by ensuring proper sterilization and packaging of medical equipment.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Supported surgical teams effectively by preparing instrument trays according to procedure requirements.
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Tri-Star Centennial Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Served as an effective liaison between the Sterile Processing Department and other hospital units, fostering a collaborative environment that supported overall patient care goals.
- Enhanced interdepartmental communication through regular meetings and updates on key projects, fostering collaboration across hospital units.
- Identified areas for improvement in sterile processing operations, proposing actionable solutions that led to increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Collaborated on the development of a comprehensive orientation program for new sterile processing technicians, reducing training time and improving retention rates.
- Implemented quality control measures that significantly reduced instances of contaminated or damaged instruments reaching the operating room.
- Led a team of technicians, providing guidance and mentorship to improve overall performance and productivity within the department.
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Various
08.2012 - 05.2017
- Collaborated with the surgical team, providing timely delivery of sterile equipment during surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in maintaining Joint Commission accreditation through adherence to best practices in sterile processing operations.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Achieved consistent quality outcomes, closely following manufacturer guidelines for reprocessing reusable medical devices.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
Education
High School Diploma -
Austin High School
Decatur, ALSkills
- Steam Sterilization
- Decontaminating surgical instruments
- Decontamination procedures
- High-Level Disinfection
- Sterilization procedures
- Manual Cleaning
- Instrument Decontamination
- Instrument Sterilization
- Sterile Storage
- Equipment testing
- Ultrasonic Cleaning
- Computerized tracking
- Low-Temperature Sterilization
Certification
CRCST - Certified Registered Central Sterile Processing Technician
Timeline
Sterile Processing Technician
St. Thomas Surgicare
02.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Spine and Specialty Hospital
07.2022 - 02.2024
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Tri-Star Centennial Hospital
05.2017 - 01.2022
Traveling Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Various
08.2012 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Austin High School
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