Pure Processing’s sinks delivered sev- eral features that improve the quality of the working environment for techni- cians, including: • Pegboards that enabled the consolida- tion of necessary equipment and materi- als to minimize movement within the department when completing tasks. echnicians also benefit from being able to see when something is out of stock or missing more readily, helping to keep necessary materials in-stock and available.


• orkflow etch plates to easily iden- tify various areas/purposes of each sink. Coupled with the streamlined workflows realized from the use of pegboards, workflow etch plates helped make it much easier to guide new and experienced technicians through processes.


• Height-adjustability of every sink in the department allows every technician to do their work within an optimal ergo- nomic range, based on their height.


• Light hoods above each basin that enhance visibility.


• Timers were implemented to help tech- nicians meet instructions for use (IFU) flushsoak reuirements.


Attached to pegboard panels are FlexiPump Independent Flushing Systems, which eliminated the need to syringe flush, not only making it easier for technicians to flush devices, but reduc- ing time spent flushing. Consistency of flushing now guarantees compli- ance with IFUs. his was our first time working with Pure Processing,” said NorthShore’s Director of Sterile Processing. “Going in, my disposition was ‘they’re just sinks.’ Now, I wouldn’t want to use anything other than Pure Processing sinks. They are high quality, but the more impor- tant aspect of this project was the cus- tomer service. We always felt supported when we had questions or needed help with something.” Set quality has increased, processes


and workflow have been optimized and clearly laid out, and the department is more well-lit, organized and ergonomi- cally friendly throughout.


“These solutions have made it easier


for staff to do the right thing, every time,” the Director added. “Team mem- bers now look forward to working in


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decontamination at NorthShore’s Skokie location, and technicians are generally more comfortable doing their work. Her advice to other CS/SPD teams: “When doing a project, it’s important


to find a true partner. ure rocessing is trying to elevate technicians and the reprocessing profession. Things happen, things come up throughout a project; this truly felt like a partnership between


STERILE PROCESSING NorthShore and Pure Processing. That’s


value added beyond the products.”


Loaner trays present unique challenges to sterile processing. In some cases, their late arrival to the CS/SPD department means staff members don’t have enough


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Containerizing loaner trays maintains sterility, saves time and money


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