Sterile Processing – Surviving an Infection Prevention Survey in the Endoscopy Department

Featured Speaker:  Delores O’Connell, Clinical Education Specialist, (LPN, BA, AGTS, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CSPDT, ASQ-CQIA) an expert in supporting professional education to achieve best practices for sterile processing, infection control, surgical and endoscopy environments as it pertains to device processing. Most recently, she was recognized for her work on the IAHCSMM Central Service Technical Manual 8th Edition as a Subject Matter Expert.

Objectives:

• Discuss workflow processes and barrier procedures that decrease the risk of microbial transmission
• Identify areas for improvement that focus on decreasing healthcare infections