Noelle Hernandez
Tampa,FL
Summary
Central Sterile Processing Technician dedicated to offering exceptional leadership and best practices to ensure optimal standards and productivity are achieved. Accountable and responsible with a strong focus on patient care, improving sterile environments for operating rooms, and hospital clinics. Demonstrates an ability to work within a team leadership, training and mentoring.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health North Pinellas
Tarpon Springs, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Managed inventory levels ensuring that adequate stock is available while minimizing waste due to overstocking materials and expired items.
- Supervised Sterile Processing Technicians by providing guidance, feedback, coaching, and motivation.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on all equipment used within the Central Sterile Supply Department.
- Coordinated the build of CensiTrac into the facility who had only used paper report and records.
- implemented and led daily SPD safety huddles.
- Maintained appropriate records and monitor quality control and infection control standards.
- Operate all required equipment and machinery accurately and safety, prepare, assemble, and sterilize instruments and supplies according to parameters of sterilization in accordance with the department of health, TJC, OSHA, CDC, AAMI and AORN standards.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare (Tampa General Hospital)
Tampa, FL
05.2021 - 06.2024
- Maintain proper care, cleaning, and decontamination of all surgical instrumentation; while observing all departmental operating procedures, safety protocols, and technical standards.
- Accurately handle and care for instruments appropriately, including appropriate selection of cleaning agents, lubricants, examination for function, identification, and assembly according to OneSource and preparation for sterilization; retrieve malfunctioning instruments and ensure repairs are completed.
- Promote individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/ continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; communicate with operating room staff to provide required instruments.
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health North Pinellas
Tarpon Springs, FL
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Validated the sterility of processed instruments by performing biological and chemical testing.
- Developed procedures for cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical devices.
- Verified that all documents were completed accurately before releasing items from the sterile processing area.
- Reported any malfunctions or discrepancies in equipment to management immediately.
- Assembled instrument trays according to established protocols using aseptic technique.
- Assisted in ordering supplies necessary for effective operation of the sterile processing department.
- Evaluated incoming product packaging for damage or contamination prior to stocking shelves.
- Updated departmental policies and procedures as required by state regulations or accreditation bodies.
Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health Zephyrhills
Zephyrhills, FL
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted regular maintenance on autoclaves to ensure proper functioning and safety standards.
- Processed medical waste following hospital protocol for safe disposal.
- Provided guidance and instructions to new staff members regarding sterile processing techniques.
- Developed procedures for cleaning and disinfecting reusable medical devices.
- Specializes in all 6k surgical equipment, cameras, scopes, flex, and Da Vinci.
Instructor
Tampa Bay Christian Academy
Tampa, FL
05.2016 - 07.2019
- Planed, Prepare and delivered lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
- Developed schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
- Instructed and monitored students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
- Managed student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
- Encouraged and monitored the progress of individual students and use information to adjust to teaching strategies.
- Maintained accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
- Updated all necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
Education
CSIS - Surgical Services
Certified Surgical Instrumental Specialist
Tampa, FL01-2024
Basic Life Support - Medical
BLS
Wesley Chapel, FL06-2023
CBSPD - Surgical Services
Certification Board For Sterile Processing- CBSPD
Tampa, FL01-2020
High School Diploma -
Tampa Bay Christian Academy
Tampa, FL05-2016
Skills
- Surgical Instrument Knowledge
- Sterilization Expertise
- Decontamination procedures
- Workflow Optimization
- BLS
- Leadership
- Instrument Specialist
Timeline
Lead Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health North Pinellas
06.2023 - Current
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health North Pinellas
04.2023 - 06.2023
Travel Sterile Processing Technician
Aya Healthcare (Tampa General Hospital)
05.2021 - 06.2024
Sterile Processing Technician
Advent Health Zephyrhills
11.2020 - 12.2021
Instructor
Tampa Bay Christian Academy
05.2016 - 07.2019
CSIS - Surgical Services
Certified Surgical Instrumental Specialist
Basic Life Support - Medical
BLS
CBSPD - Surgical Services
Certification Board For Sterile Processing- CBSPD
High School Diploma -
Tampa Bay Christian Academy
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