Sterile Processing
“The Science Behind Source Control & the Effort to Limit the Spread of Infectious Agents in a Healthcare Setting”
3M Health Care Academy* presents…"The Science Behind Source Control & the Effort to Limit the Spread of Infectious Agents in a Healthcare Setting" This session will discuss the use of masks and respirators as source control in healthcare. Masks and respirators are a pivotal intervention in the effort to limit the spread of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that […]
“Steam Sterilization Cycle Optimization”
3M Health Care Academy* presents…"Steam Sterilization Cycle Optimization" The understanding of steam sterilization cycles remains a key challenge to ensure effectiveness and increase compatibility whilst preventing the need to reprocess loads due to excess moisture. This webinar will deliver key elements to improve the cycle configuration, addressing common challenges and sharing some strategies on how to […]
On-demand: “Personal Protective Equipment: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You”
Pfiedler Education* presents...On-demand: "Personal Protective Equipment: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You" Every healthcare working who cares for patients, or supports the staff who care for patients, will most likely have to use personal protective equipment (PPE) at some point during their work duties. Whether a nurse, a sterile processing technician, an environmental services […]
Meet the Experts Series – Part 1: Innovative Approaches to Reduce Surgical Site Infections–Anesthesia Department Roles
3M Health Care Academy* presents…Meet the Experts Series - Part 1: "Innovative Approaches to Reduce Surgical Site Infections–Anesthesia Department Roles" Healthcare associated infections (HAIs)—specifically surgical site infections (SSIs)—continue to be an area of concern and focus to reduce patient risk and improve outcomes following surgical procedures. This webinar reviews current and innovative surveillance strategies and interventions […]
Meet the Experts Series – Part 2: “SSI Reduction Protocol Development”
3M Health Care Academy* presents…Meet the Experts Series - Part 2: "SSI Reduction Protocol Development" Amid the SARS CoV-2 pandemic a large urban hospital facility implemented a preoperative decolonization protocol for outpatient surgical patients. The intent was to reduce the risk of surgical site infection and readmission of the post-surgical patient. The goal was achieved. Learn […]
On-demand: “Personal Protective Equipment: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You”
Pfiedler Education* presents...On-demand: "Personal Protective Equipment: What You Don’t Know Can Hurt You" Every healthcare working who cares for patients, or supports the staff who care for patients, will most likely have to use personal protective equipment (PPE) at some point during their work duties. Whether a nurse, a sterile processing technician, an environmental services […]
Meet the Experts Series – Part 3: “Protocol Development for Temperature Management”
3M Health Care Academy* presents…Meet the Experts Series – Part 3: “Protocol Development for Temperature Management” As a follow-up to Part 2 of our Meet the Experts Series, Kari Cole, Ed.D, CRNA, will discuss how temperature management protocols were developed as part of the ERAS® bundle to reduce the risk of surgical site infection and readmission […]
“What is New with Flexible Endoscope Processing: New Evidence and New Guidelines for Improving Practices”
3M Health Care Academy* presents…"What is New with Flexible Endoscope Processing: New Evidence and New Guidelines for Improving Practices" This Webinar will cover the most recent updates of ANSI/AAMI ST91:2021. Learning Objectives | At the end of this session, participants should be able to: Review key recent publications including ANSI/AAMI ST91: Semi-rigid and flexible endoscope processing in […]
“What is New with Flexible Endoscope Processing: New Evidence and New Guidelines for Improving Practices”
3M Health Care Academy* presents…"What is New with Flexible Endoscope Processing: New Evidence and New Guidelines for Improving Practices" This Webinar will cover the most recent updates of ANSI/AAMI ST91:2021. Learning Objectives | At the end of this session, participants should be able to: Review key recent publications including ANSI/AAMI ST91: Semi-rigid and flexible endoscope processing in […]
“Chemical indicator classifications: What you need to know…”
3M Health Care Academy* presents..."Chemical indicator classifications: What you need to know..." This webinar will provide the most updated evidence related to the classifications of chemical indicators and will describe the main differences between ISO and FDA requirements. Learning Objectives | After participating in this activity, learners should be better able to: Review chemical indicator […]
