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The Case for "Product Advocacy" in the Sterile Processing Universe: Why We Need Each Other Jul 18, 2024

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On this CE-approved re-release episode of Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go, Hank explains the importance of advocating for best products as well as best practices: "If your department has fallen in love with a lumen brush or rigid container system, share your story, tell your tale. Have you found the perfect sleeve for a laryngoscope blade? Inquiring minds want to know. As Sterile Processing professionals, we are not only experts in processes, but we -- the users -- can become experts in our products. Ultimately, we are all on the same team. We all want the safest patient care and best sterile processing possible at every facility in the country -- because those teams could be caring for us or our loved ones someday, in addition to every other patient who passes through their door. Safety comes with knowing what..."

Check out this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/product-advocacy

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 47 Passion & Perspective: Unlocking Your Sterile Processing Career Potential Jul 16, 2024

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Is your next certification just another box to check, or a stepping stone to a fulfilling career in Sterile Processing? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz is joined by professional growth enthusiast, Lindsay Brown, to explore the powerful difference between a job mentality and a career mindset. From finding your 'why' to balancing your short-term goals with long-term aspirations, Sarah and Linds share their passion for professional development to help you cultivate a mindset that fuels both your certification prep and your career growth. If you're just starting your certification journey or are looking to reignite your passion in the industry, this episode is packed with strategies and real-world insights to help you approach your studies (and your career) with renewed purpose and energy. Tune in now and discover how shifting your perspective could be the key to unlocking your full potential!

Over the next 52 weeks, Sarah and special guests from around the industry will provide tangible tools to build your test prep confidence, understand the challenges that technicians encounter as they study, and equip every member of the Sterile Processing team to be the best advocates they can be for professional development.

New episodes of Confident Certification™ will release each Tuesday on Beyond Clean channels. For the best listening experience, download the Beyond Clean mobile app on Apple (https://lnkd.in/guh_vxzu) and Android (https://lnkd.in/gHnfh28a) devices. This series is an innovative educational experience created to help you, your students, and your coworkers ace your Sterile Processing certification with confidence! Special thanks to our Year 1 sponsor Aesculap (US) for making this series possible! If you have thoughts or feedback on this new show, please email us at info@beyondclean.net

A Little Spray Goes a Long Way: Surgical Instrument Lubrication Jul 15, 2024

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Hey #CleanFreaks, put your knowledge to the test! -- A few sprays of instrument lubricant can _________ the life of your surgical instruments. On this week's episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, we're sitting down with Yerson Pedraza, Sterile Processing Advisor with NOVA Sterile Innovation Group, to talk about the critical step in our reprocessing workflows that helps keep our surgical instruments running smoothly--instrument lubrication. From enhancing an instrument's performance to preventing wear and tear, Yerson shares how this simple step can be a game-changer for your surgical instruments' longevity. He'll also dive into lubrication best practices, tips for navigating IFUs, and helpful hints for proper documentation. Tune in today and discover how this small step can have a huge impact on your SPD's success – because in Sterile Processing, it's the little things that make a big difference!

Season 25 of Beyond Clean releases under the 1 Episode = 1 CE delivery model. After finishing this interview, earn your 1 CE credit immediately by passing the short quiz linked below each week. Visit our CE Credit Hub at beyondcleanmedia.com/ce-credit-hub to access this quiz and over 350 other free CE credits.

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Time Is Valuable | Expert Series On-The-Go Jul 13, 2024

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Time is Valuable" with our Multi-Tray Sterilization Expert™, Kelly Truppo.

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Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net

Until next time, keep fighting dirty!

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Sterile Processing, Infection Control, and Zero Patient Harm: Collaboration Starts with Us Jul 11, 2024

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On this CE-approved re-release of Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go, we cover the critical importance of collaborating with Infection Control professionals to keep your patients safe and get your SPD departments what they need: "While few folks would argue with the importance of high-level infection control practices within Sterile Processing departments in the abstract, we still often face logistical challenges with getting this message heard when it counts. When compared to flashy, multi-million dollar OR suites or ICU rooms being visited daily by physicians, nurses, and patients -- SPD departments can sometimes seem more..."

Check out this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/sterileprocessing-infectioncontrol

Stay tuned for new CE-approved Articles On-the-Go releasing each week! Bookmark our new AOTG CE page here: https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/articles-on-the-go

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 46 Practice Makes Perfect: Boosting Your Exam Confidence with Practice Tests Jul 09, 2024

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Are you ready to put your Sterile Processing knowledge to the test? Tune in to this week's episode of Confident Certification™, as host Sarah B. Cruz explores the power of practice tests and how they can transform your exam prep experience. From boosting your confidence to identifying knowledge gaps, Sarah breaks down the benefits of incorporating practice tests throughout your study journey. She'll tackle the challenges of finding quality resources in the sea of online materials, helping you spot accurate, up-to-date content that aligns with your certification goals. If your certification exam is just around the corner or you're just starting to hit the books, this episode is packed with insights to help you make the most of your next practice test! Tune in today!

Wheelie Important: Case Cart Casters in SPD Jul 08, 2024

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Are your case carts rolling smoothly, or are stubborn cart wheels grinding your workflows to a screeching halt? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, Brayden Bennett, Regional Sales Manager at LogiQuip® & Beyond Clean Healthcare Storage ExpertTM, joins us to roll out insights into the unexpected ways case cart casters can make or break your department's efficiency. From preventing staff injuries to ensuring smooth sailing from SPD to the OR and back again, Brayden is unveiling the complex role case cart casters play in your SPD's workflows. Join the conversation as we explore why not all casters are created equal, learn how to choose the right ones for your facility's unique needs, and uncover the surprising impact these little wheels can have on patient safety. Can your case cart wheels handle the daily grind in your SPD? Tune in now to find out!

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Compatibility Testing: The Effects of UV Based Light on ENT Scopes | Expert Series On-The-Go Jul 06, 2024

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On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Compatibility Testing: The Effects of UV Based Light on ENT Scopes" with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek.

To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting: http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com

Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd love to hear from on our series? Or do you have a question for one of our current experts? Contact us at any time via email at: info@beyondclean.net

Until next time, keep fighting dirty!

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Three Wonderful Ways Not to Waste Your Friday: A Sterile Processing Week'enders Handbook Jul 04, 2024

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It's Thursday...but Friday is coming! Will your department be ready? On this CE-approved re-release of Articles On-The-Go, get some tips on ensuring your department is set to weather the weekend storm: "No matter how you spend your Fridays in SPD, do yourself and your team a favor and give them the tools they need to dominate the next two days. Your weekend warriors will appreciate all the help they can get, and you'll sleep much more soundly at night knowing the department is in well-supplied, competent hands...."

Check out this article, take the CE quiz & download your certificate here: https://www.flexiquiz.com/SC/N/weekenders-handbook

Stay tuned for new CE-approved Articles On-the-Go releasing each week! Bookmark our new AOTG CE page here: https://www.beyondcleanmedia.com/articles-on-the-go

#FightingDirty #HankBalch #BeyondClean #WeFightDirty™

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Confident Certification™ Ep. 45 Glass Half Full or Empty? Crafting a Winning Mindset for Your Certification Journey Jul 02, 2024

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Is your mindset holding you back or fueling your success? On this week's episode of Confident Certification™, Sarah B. Cruz challenges common stereotypes about mindsets and explores how different thought patterns can work together to boost your certification success. Sarah breaks down popular mindset pairings - from growth vs. fixed to abundance vs. scarcity - and reveals how combining seemingly opposite approaches can create a powerful, personalized strategy for your exam journey. Whether you're a "glass half full" or "glass half empty" kind of person, this episode is packed with insights to help you create a tailored mindset that works for you. So grab your headphones and turn up the volume – you might just surprise yourself with what you can achieve!

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