Johnita Anderson
New Castle,DE
Summary
Dynamic Lead Sterile Processing Technician with a proven track record at Christiana Care Health System, excelling in workflow optimization and quality assurance. Expert in sterilization techniques, I successfully implemented improvements that enhanced efficiency and compliance, while mentoring staff to uphold safety protocols and achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Christiana Care Health System
Newark, DE
05.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of sterile processing department to ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored staff on sterilization techniques and equipment usage.
- Developed workflow improvements that enhanced efficiency in instrument preparation processes.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Maintained strict compliance with all regulatory guidelines, contributing to successful accreditation inspections.
- Conducted regular audits of sterilization processes, ensuring consistent adherence to established protocols for optimal patient safety.
- Led a team of technicians, providing guidance and mentorship to improve overall performance and productivity within the department.
Sterile Processing Technician
Christiana Care Health System
Newark, DE
2021 - 2024
- Operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Prepared and organized surgical instruments for efficient workflow in operating rooms.
- Conducted routine inspections of sterile supplies to maintain inventory accuracy.
- Assisted in training new staff on proper sterilization techniques and safety protocols.
- Reduced risk of infections by maintaining a clean and sterile environment within the processing area.
- Assessed instruments, equipment, and containers to promote cleanliness and proper functioning.
- Decontaminated surgical instruments to remove bacteria and other contaminants before sterilization.
- Inspected sterile package integrity prior to distribution.
- Maintained clean and organized sterile processing areas to prevent contamination of instruments and equipment.
- Recorded biologicals and test results.
- Operated specialized equipment using steam, gas and chemical methods to sterilize equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sumter High
Sumter, SCCRCST Certification - Sterile Processing
Christiana Care Internship
Newark, DESkills
Decontamination procedures
Workflow optimization
Surgical instrumentation
Sterilization expertise
Decontaminating surgical instruments
Safety protocols
Case cart assembly
Recording biologicals
Equipment testing
Quality assurance
Instrument sterilization
Assembly and packaging
Timeline
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Christiana Care Health System
05.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Technician
Christiana Care Health System
2021 - 2024
High School Diploma -
Sumter High
CRCST Certification - Sterile Processing
Christiana Care Internship