Sterile Processing Leadership Manual

Today’s Sterile Processing (SP) leaders require a foundation of management skills to address their non-technical responsibilities. They must also have the knowledge to manage highly technical processes and address commonly asked questions about the work of their department. The completely revised Sterile Processing Leadership Manual is an asset for every SP leader and department.

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Sterile Processing Leadership Manual, 4th edition

Sterile Processing (SP) leaders hold incredibly demanding positions within their healthcare facilities. Responsibilities include staff recruitment and training, managing day-to-day operations, and compliance with regulations, standards and guidelines. HSPA’s Sterile Processing Leadership Manual, 4th edition, presents a comprehensive review of leadership skills while also covering SP-related science. Additional areas of concentration include safety/disaster preparedness, construction projects, work areas and workflow, and departmental efficiency initiatives. It is essential for all SP professionals to know that the choices they make and the processes they follow can literally result in the life or death of patients as well as affect staff safety issues. The Sterile Processing Leadership Manual is designed to guide SP leaders in all essential areas of their work.

For the greatest value, the Sterile Processing Leadership Manual is available as a boxed course, which features the self-study textbook and accompanying workbook. Books are also sold separately.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Sterile Processing Leadership Manual, 4th Edition

  • Chapter 1: Introduction to Sterile Processing Leadership
  • Chapter 2: Sterile Processing Leaders and the Healthcare Facility
  • Chapter 3: Communication
  • Chapter 4: Human Resources
  • Chapter 5: Staff Development
  • Chapter 6: Leadership Skills
  • Chapter 7: Financial Management
  • Chapter 8: Survey Preparedness
  • Chapter 9: Legal Considerations
  • Chapter 10: Quality
  • Chapter 11: Infection Prevention and Control
  • Chapter 12: Collaborating with the Operating Room
  • Chapter 13: Sterile Processing and OSHA
  • Chapter 14: Safety, Emergency Planning and Disaster Preparedness
  • Chapter 15: Technical Essentials: Construction Projects
  • Chapter 16: Technical Essentials: Work Areas and Workflow
  • Chapter 17: Technical Essentials: Complex Instrument Systems
  • Chapter 18: Technical Essentials: Soiled Device Processing Area
  • Chapter 19: Technical Essentials: Clean Preparation Area
  • Chapter 20: Technical Essentials: Steam Sterilization
  • Chapter 21: Technical Essentials: Low-Temperature Sterilization
  • Chapter 22: Technical Essentials: Sterile Storage and Distribution
  • Chapter 23: Technical Essentials: Purchasing and Inventory Management
  • Chapter 24: Technical Essentials: Healthcare Information Systems
  • In Appreciation
  • Glossary
  • Index

This commitment to advancing Sterile Processing (SP) knowledge, skill sets and professionalism is why over 50,000 members and certification holders rely on HSPA to keep them sharp, focused and abreast of the very latest standards, best practices and technological advancements impacting the SP profession.