Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS
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Vanessa Payne

Sharon Hill,PA

Summary

Highly experienced in sterile processing management;

Skilled sterile processing professional with strong expertise in decontamination, sterilization, and surgical instrument management. Proven ability to lead teams, drive process improvements, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, with adaptability to changing needs. Reliable and results-driven with commitment to maintaining high standards in sterile processing.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

INTERIM STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Aya Healthcare (Moses Cone Hosp)
01.2025 - 06.2025
  • Facilitated communication with vendors and supply chain partners, addressing any issues or concerns related to instrument availability or quality.
  • Reduced instrument turnover time by optimizing the decontamination process and improving organization within the department.
  • Organized staff schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining appropriate staffing levels according to workload demands.
  • Aided and facilitated the new manager's integration into the team

INTERIM STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Aya Healthcare (UCLA)
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly, offering constructive feedback and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Reduced instrument turnover time by optimizing the decontamination process and improving organization within the department.
  • Organized staff schedules to maximize productivity while maintaining appropriate staffing levels according to workload demands.
  • Implemented a preventive maintenance program for sterilization equipment, reducing downtime and repair costs.

SURGICAL SUPPLY MANAGER

Canon Business Process Services (CHOP)
07.2024 - 09.2024
  • Evaluated back stock and returned extra, sealed and salvageable goods to designated locations.
  • Supervised and managed employees during sorting, packaging and return procedures.
  • Established cross-functional teams to address critical supply chain issues, fostering collaboration among departments.

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

SIPS Consults (Tampa General Hosp)
10.2023 - 06.2024
  • Supervised decontamination area; prep and pack area; and assured all processes were followed.
  • Performed quality audits on OR case carts returning from surgeries and made routine OR rounds checking for issues.
  • Trained new employees in sterile processing techniques, leading to faster onboarding and reduced errors.
  • Streamlined workflow for the department by optimizing staff scheduling and task allocation.

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

SIPS Consults (MUSC)
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Observed and educated the personnel performing Sterile Processing functions.
  • Trained the new hires, provided ongoing education for the existing staff, and coordinated in-services with the Vendors.
  • Ensured that strict and proper infection control procedures were followed for decontamination and other areas of SPD.
  • Performed quality audits on OR trays received in decontamination and reported findings.

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

SIPS Consults (University of Chicago)
05.2022 - 10.2022
  • Oversaw the decontamination processes.
  • Trained staff and new hires in all areas of decontamination.
  • Assisted with Joint Commission Readiness.
  • Scheduled / set up Vendor in-services for equipment and scope education

STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Main Line Health System (Paoli Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, and Riddle Memorial Hospital)
04.2015 - 04.2022
  • Responsible for the overall functions and clinical operations of the Sterile Processing Department, regulatory compliance and preparations, sterile processing standards, policies, procedures, and budgets.
  • Monitored unit-based Quality Assurance/Improvement activities and reported findings to the Director.
  • Participated in the development of unit goals and objectives.
  • Identified specific educational development needs based upon results of Quality Assurance/Improvement activities and participated in educational programs as appropriate.
  • Managed case cart set-ups and facilitated staff training for other SPD Departments within MLH.

INTERIM MANAGER (PAOLI)

Main Line Health System (Paoli Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, and Riddle Memorial Hospital)
04.2014 - 04.2015
  • Responsible for the oversight and day to day operations of the SPD unit and made rounds throughout the department.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

Bryn Mawr Hospital
11.2010 - 04.2015
  • Maintained accurate records of the sterilization processes and all the parameters associated with the sterilization cycles.
  • Onboarded and trained new hires released to assigned mentor(s) after completion of training modules.
  • Participated as a member of the Process Improvement Committee and attended bi-weekly meetings.
  • Supervised the Equipment Coordinators responsible for supplying equipment to the patients.
  • Knowledgeable of inventory control with relationship to par level refill systems.
  • Knowledgeable and adhered to AAMI, OSHA, and JCAHO regulations relating directly to Sterile Processing.

LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Riddle Memorial Hospital
10.2006 - 11.2010
  • Performed biological and chemical monitoring tests on both sterrad equipment and steam sterilizers.
  • Replenished crash carts after stat use for next available emergent call.
  • Knowledgeable of medical and surgical supplies used throughout the hospital.
  • Trained new hires on best practices in sterile processing techniques, fostering a culture of continued learning and development among the team.

Education

CST Program - IAHCSMM Education

Temple University Hospital
Philadelphia, PA
01.2001

High School Diploma -

Chester High School
Chester, PA
06-1989

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook) Workday, Epic System, SQ Track, SPM, Abacus Tracking System, CPT and ICD-9 Coding
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management proficiency
  • Process improvement strategies

Certification

  • IAHCSMM CERTIFIED HEALTHCARE LEADER (CHL) CERTIFICATE
  • IAHCSMM CERTIFIED REGISTERED CENTRAL SERVICE TECHNICIAN (CRCST) CERTIFICATE (2005)

PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS

  • Successfully worked with Project Search to employ small functional jobs for people with disabilities.
  • Coordinated staff’s weekend rotation, eliminated OT and weekend bonuses (annual cost savings of $94K).
  • Assisted with SPD Off-site Instructor for education throughout MLH SPD with 95% passing and becoming IAHCSMM certified.

Timeline

INTERIM STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Aya Healthcare (Moses Cone Hosp)
01.2025 - 06.2025

INTERIM STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Aya Healthcare (UCLA)
10.2024 - 01.2025

SURGICAL SUPPLY MANAGER

Canon Business Process Services (CHOP)
07.2024 - 09.2024

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

SIPS Consults (Tampa General Hosp)
10.2023 - 06.2024

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

SIPS Consults (MUSC)
02.2023 - 08.2023

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

SIPS Consults (University of Chicago)
05.2022 - 10.2022

STERILE PROCESSING MANAGER

Main Line Health System (Paoli Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, and Riddle Memorial Hospital)
04.2015 - 04.2022

INTERIM MANAGER (PAOLI)

Main Line Health System (Paoli Hospital, Bryn Mawr Hospital, and Riddle Memorial Hospital)
04.2014 - 04.2015

STERILE PROCESSING SUPERVISOR

Bryn Mawr Hospital
11.2010 - 04.2015

LEAD STERILE PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

Riddle Memorial Hospital
10.2006 - 11.2010

CST Program - IAHCSMM Education

Temple University Hospital

High School Diploma -

Chester High School

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