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° Implement standard works for clear communication and phone protocol to better relay when priority sets are needed same day (quick-win) After all the discussion among SP profes-


sionals, the intended improvements and processes would need to be discussed by the OR leadership. They may be able to con- tribute their insight to many of the outlined


solutions or even lend suggestions or knowl- edge of their own. This action also helps the key stakeholders understand their involve- ment in the solution and how they stand to benefi t from the success of this initiative. Effective planning is an essential tool


in any leader’s skill repertoire. Utilizing leadership planning sessions provides methodical and purposeful ways for SP


CONTINUING EDUCATION TEST • OCTOBER 2023 Education Nation:


Sterile Processing Leadership Planning Sessions Circle the one correct answer:


1. “Producing a desired result” is the defi nition of: A. Effi ciency B. Eff ectiveness C. Purpose D. Strategy


2. Forecasting is a form of planning utilized by SP and OR professionals. A. True B. False


3. Components to an SP leadership planning session include: A. Stakeholders B. Key process indicators C. Quick-wins and long-term goals of strategic plans


D. All of the above E. None of the above


4. SP initiatives are reinforced or implemented through their: A. Quality Assurance Programs B. Quality Management Systems C. Both a & b D. None of the above


5. There are three types of stakeholders to consider in a planning session. A. True B. False


6. Which is a factor as to how a Sterile Process- ing professional interprets and carries out an SOP? A. Job skills B. Workplace tenure C. Learned habits D. All of the above E. None of the above


7. Ineff ective planning can refl ect poorly on SP leadership’s ability to problem solve. A. True B. False


8. To be strategic is to be designed to serve a purpose. A. True B. False


9. SP leadership planning sessions should include the input of professions that directly contribute to or are impacted by the outcome of the strategic plan. A. True B. False


10. Demonstrate if processes are being done the right way to achieve eff ectiveness. B. Determine if data is useful. C. Are specifi c to the perioperative team. D. All of the above E. None of the above


CONTINUING EDUCATION TEST SCORING


HPN now off ers all CEU quizzes online by scanning the QR code on the right or visiting: https://educationhub.hpnonline.com. The cost to take the quiz online remains at $10.


As of December 1st all exams must be taken online. Mailed in tests will no longer be accepted.


leaders to forecast and incorporate cadence into their everyday department practices. Poorly executed processes lack the ability to yield any of the desired results of those involved. While the lack of successful out- comes really demonstrates the ineffective- ness of the planning process, it may cast a poor light on the SP leader’s abilities. The inability to consistently achieve pro- cess expectations and meet the needs of stakeholders (upper-level leadership) have been indicators of “poor management” or ineffective leadership. Entire SP leadership teams have been relieved of their duties upon citing multiple instances of end results not having been fulfi lled. By incorporat- ing a purposeful and well-structured SP leadership planning session, stakeholders of every level stand to benefi t through the clearly outlined and methodical approach of utilizing KPIs that contribute to the stra- tegic goals, initiatives, and plans. This is the power and impact an SP leadership session will have on patient safety. HPN


References:


1. Ilkin, K. Optimizing Surgical Forecasting, Predictive Schedul- ing for the OR. OR Management News. November 24, 2020. Accessed August 14, 2023. https://www.ormanagement.net/ Perspective/Article/09-20/Optimizing-Surgical-Forecasting- Predictive-Scheduling-for-the-OR/61216.


2. How ‘Cadence’ Became a Business Term. Merriam-Webster. Accessed August 14, 2023. https://www.merriam-webster.com/ wordplay/words-were-watching-cadence


3. Brighthospital Introduces Surgical Forecasting Service Gen3. BusinessWire. Accessed August 14, 2023. https://www.business- wire.com/news/home/20210810005892/en/Brighthospital- Introduces-Surgical-Forecasting-Service-Gen3


4. Indeed Editorial Team. Eff ective vs. Effi cient: What’s the Diff erence? Indeed. July 31, 2023. Accessed August 14, 2023. https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/ eff ective-vs-effi cient


5. Chen H, Lundberg SM, Erion G., et al. Forecasting adverse surgical events using self-supervised transfer learning for physi- ological signals. npj Digital Med. 2021(4):167.


6. Reh FJ. The Role and Responsibilities of a Manager. The Balance. May 17, 2020. Accessed August 14, 2023. https://www. thebalancemoney.com/what-is-a-manager-2276096


7. Identifying and Analyzing Stakeholders and Their Interests. The Community Tool Box. Accessed August 14, 2023. https:// ctb.ku.edu/en/table-of-contents/participation/encouraging- involvement/identify-stakeholders/main


8. What is a Key Performance Indicator (KPI)? KPI.org. Accessed August 14, 2023. https://www.kpi.org/KPI-Basics/


Sarah B. Cruz, CSPDT, CRCST, CHL, CIS is president and founder of PRETREAT CSS, where she and Sterile Processing professionals work together to create objective-driven goals to advance their profes- sional development. She is an industry speaker, published writer, social media enthusiast, men- tor, and CTSPA Chapter President and HSPA Director. Sarah is a Sterile Processing instructor at her local community college and a CS Quality Education Program Development Coordinator in her full-time role.


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