Niyoka Cook
Carmel,Indiana
Summary
At STERIS CORPORATION, as a Clinical Educator, I led initiatives to enhance patient care quality and foster interprofessional collaboration. My expertise in clinical education and commitment to ethics significantly improved staff competencies and stakeholder relationships, showcasing my ability to drive quality improvement and embody professionalism in healthcare settings.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Educator
STERIS CORPORATION
04.2024 - Current
- Championed a positive work environment by fostering open dialogue between educators, clinicians, administrators, and other stakeholders involved in the delivery of patient care.
- Strengthened relationships with outside Vendors and the clinical staff
- Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
- Optimized patient care quality by updating policies, procedures, and protocols based on current best practices in clinical education.
Sterile Processing Supervisor
IU Health University Hospital
07.2012 - 04.2024
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging open communication channels between team members for sharing ideas and addressing concerns.
- Participated in cross-functional meetings with other hospital departments to improve communication and collaboration in patient care efforts.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure timely delivery of well-maintained instruments for optimal surgery outcomes.
- Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in workflows and implementing targeted solutions accordingly.
Sterile Processing Technician
Memorial Hospital South Bend
03.1996 - 06.2012
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma - Basic
LaSalle High School
South Bend, IN06.1992
Skills
- Ethics and professionalism
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Clinical expertise
- Quality improvement
Certification
CRCST CIS
Timeline
Clinical Educator
STERIS CORPORATION
04.2024 - Current
Sterile Processing Supervisor
IU Health University Hospital
07.2012 - 04.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
Memorial Hospital South Bend
03.1996 - 06.2012
High School Diploma - Basic
LaSalle High School
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