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Jennifer Duenes

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Dynamic Sterile Processing Supervisor at Methodist Children's Hospital with expertise in sterile techniques and team leadership. Successfully enhanced efficiency through strict protocols and quality assurance, while fostering a collaborative environment. Proven track record in infection control and staff training, ensuring optimal patient safety and streamlined operations.

Sterile processing professional with comprehensive experience in managing sterile processing operations and ensuring compliance with health standards. Known for strong focus on teamwork and delivering quality results, adapting seamlessly to changing demands. Proficient in sterilization techniques and inventory management, with reliable and results-driven personality.

Sterile processing professional equipped for leadership with strong organizational and communication skills. Proven ability to oversee and enhance sterilization processes, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Effective in fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic environments, consistently delivering reliable results. Skilled in inventory management, workflow optimization, and staff training to maintain high operational standards.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Methodist Children's Hospital
01.2004 - 08.2025
  • Mentored junior staff members in best practices, fostering an atmosphere of ongoing professional development within the team.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication channels between team members for sharing ideas and addressing concerns.
  • Enhanced sterile processing efficiency by implementing strict procedural protocols and quality assurance measures.
  • Streamlined workflow for the department by optimizing staff scheduling and task allocation.
  • Improved patient safety by rigorously monitoring sterilization processes and ensuring adherence to established guidelines.
  • Assessed departmental performance regularly through audits and feedback sessions, continually refining processes for enhanced results.
  • Established a strong team atmosphere by fostering collaboration and open communication between staff members, leading to better problem-solving and decision-making processes.

Education

Associate of Science -

Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX
06-2027

William Howard Taft
San Antonio, TX
06-2001

Skills

  • Sterile technique expertise
  • Team leadership
  • Staff supervision and training
  • Infection control standards
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • ordering supplies
  • working with operations manager on building instrument trays for surgeries
  • worked 8 year in cardiac as a sterile processing tech
  • pulled cases for surgeries for the next day

Certification

  • SPT - Sterile Processing Technician CRCST

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working

Timeline

Sterile Processing Supervisor

Methodist Children's Hospital
01.2004 - 08.2025

Associate of Science -

Northwest Vista College

William Howard Taft