Jasmyne Henderson
Streetsboro,OH
Summary
With a proven track record at Aya Healthcare as a traveling sterile processing technician, I am strong in surgical instrument knowledge and uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. Advocating for safety for patients with knowledge in sterilization techniques and patient confidentiality. Skilled in workload prioritization, I am committed to have a dependable operational workflow for operating rooms needs. Detail-oriented Sterile Processing Technician with over 6 years of experience. Excellent organizational skills with hardworking, dependable nature. Able to help problem-solve and help meet team goals to better assists the Operating Room team.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
03.2020 - Current
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
- Safeguarded patient confidentiality, complying with HIPAA regulations in handling sensitive information throughout the workflow process.
- Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
- Assured instrument availability by managing inventory and promptly restocking supplies as needed.
- Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
- Assisted in reducing surgical delays, swiftly addressing any issues related to missing or damaged instruments.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Shadyside
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
- Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for efficient processing of medical equipment.
- Reduced the risk of infection by strictly adhering to established guidelines for decontamination procedures.
- Improved patient safety by ensuring all surgical instruments were properly sterilized and assembled.
- Fostered effective communication within the team, contributing to a seamless workflow between departments involved in patient care.
- Picked instruments and supplies for surgeries.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Verified and maintained proper documents and records for sterilization.
- Corrected instrument sets according to current standards and established count sheets and instrument tracking systems.
- Wrapped trays, instrument packs, and sets.
- Handled and disposed of sharps, biohazards and other hazardous materials in accordance with established protocols.
- Followed OSHA, FDA and AAMI guidelines related to sterilization in compliance with administrative regulations.
- Tested sterilization equipment by performing regular checks and maintenance to keep instruments in working order.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Monitored inventory levels to keep all medical equipment properly stocked.
- 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.
- Ensured timely availability of surgical instruments by prioritizing urgent requests and efficiently managing workload.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in record-keeping, logging important data related to sterilization cycles and equipment usage.
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Akron Children's Outpatient Surgery Center
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Advocated for workplace safety measures, proactively identifying potential hazards and taking appropriate corrective actions as necessary.
- Enhanced department efficiency with thorough inspection and functionality testing of surgical instruments.
- Supported operational excellence by accurately assembling instrument trays according to procedure-specific requirements.
- Upheld regulatory requirements, diligently performing biological monitoring tests on sterilizers regularly.
- Provided support to medical staff in resolving medical equipment problems.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Maintained detailed records of sterilization cycles, contributing to hospital's compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented system for tracking maintenance and repair of surgical instruments, reducing instances of equipment failure.
Education
Certificate of Completion For Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing
University of Akron
Akron, OH05-2018
No Degree - Special Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
Steubenville, OH05-2013
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Ethics and Professionalism
- Patient confidentiality
- Workload prioritization
- Instrument Decontamination according to the IFU
- Sterile Storage
- Sterilization techniques
- Visual Inspection
- Chemical Handling
- Sterilization procedures
- Time Management
- Biological Monitoring
- Instrument Tracking Systems
- Assembly and packaging
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification(BLS) – American Heart Association.
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD).
Timeline
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
UPMC Shadyside
07.2020 - 04.2021
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare
03.2020 - Current
Certified Sterile Processing Technician
Akron Children's Outpatient Surgery Center
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Basic Life Support Certification(BLS) – American Heart Association.
- Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician (CSPDT) - Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution, Inc. (CBSPD).
Certificate of Completion For Sterile Processing - Sterile Processing
University of Akron
No Degree - Special Education
Eastern Gateway Community College
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