A Four-Hour Seminar for Surgical Techs, Central Sterile Techs, and Anesthesia Techs
Saturday, October 26, 2024
9:00 am to 2:00 pm
Cost:
- Eligible 1199SEIU members: No out-of-pocket costs
- All other participants: $100
Live Webcast (Internet)
The deadline to register for this event is Friday, October 25, 2024.
Program and Learning Objectives
9:00 am — Participants log in
9:20 am — Welcome and introductory remarks
9:30 am — “Nurturing Success: Keys to Being an Effective Preceptor and Supporting Preceptees”
Presenter:
Karen Rowan, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CNOR
Descriptive Summary:
This presentation will focus on ways to equip surgical technologists, anesthesia technicians and sterile processing technicians with the skills and knowledge to become successful preceptors. Strategies for creating a supportive learning environment and fostering critical thinking in preceptees will be discussed. Ways to mentor new team members, assist them with challenges they may face and promote their professional growth and confidence will be addressed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the core responsibilities of a preceptor in guiding and supporting surgical technologists, anesthesia technicians and sterile processing technicians through their orientation and training;
- Recognize the communication, mentoring and leadership skills necessary to create a positive, encouraging atmosphere for preceptees, ensuring their success and integration into the team; and
- Identify common challenges new team members encounter, including knowledge gaps, stress and adaptation to workflows, and explore strategies to mitigate these issues while supporting preceptees’ growth.
10:30 am — “Innovations in Heart Care: An In-Depth Look at the CardioMEMS Procedure”
Presenter:
Lauren A. Phifer, CST
Descriptive Summary:
MEMS (microelectromechanical systems) refers to a technology of microscopic devices incorporating both electronic and moving parts. The ability of MEMS devices to run with very low power consumption and to have minimal impact on their operating environment makes them ideal for certain medical devices and systems, such as hearing aids. This presentation will focus on the use of MEMS in the CardioMEMS Heart Failure System, a wireless sensor that monitors heart failure by measuring pulmonary artery pressure and transmits the data to a cardiologist. The application of CardioMEMS devices and the diverse medical professionals that play a role in this life-sustaining and life-saving device will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Define MEMS, specifically, CardioMEMS;
- Understand the significance of indications and contra-indications;
- Discuss the importance of the contributions from multi-disciplinary perioperative roles; and
- Describe what is required for MEMS from patient candidacy to intraoperative technique to post-op monitoring.
11:30 am — Break
12:00 pm — “Critical Support: The Role of Perioperative Techs in Vascular Surgery”
Presenter:
Jessica O’Connor MSN, RN, CNOR
Descriptive Summary:
This presentation will focus on the value of surgical technologists and sterile processing techs in the operating room, including differences and similarities in their training, skills and responsibilities. Table setups and trays that result in both positive and negative outcomes, and the effect they have on the operations of the entire perioperative team, will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Describe the role of a sterile processing technician in open vascular and endovascular surgeries;
- Provide examples of a table setup and the importance of organization; and
- Discuss instruments that are specific to vascular surgery and the importance of their proper handling and management.
1:00 pm — “Caring Through Cleanliness: Sterilization, Infection Control and Patient Safety”
Presenter:
Kristina Manetta, CST
Descriptive Summary:
This presentation will focus on the importance of preventing surgical site infections, which are the second most common type of adverse event among hospitalized patients, to help maintain patient safety. Engaging in proper infection control measures and sterilization practices to provide patients with the care they deserve will be discussed.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Understand the effectiveness and necessity of proper sterilization;
- Recognize and appreciate that sterilization is a team effort;
- Speak up to prevent infection in patients; and
- Discuss how to make changes that will benefit patients.
2:00 pm — Program ends
Accreditation
Surgical Technologists/Technicians
This course is approved by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) for four (4) continuing education credits.
Central Sterile Technicians
An application has been submitted to the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Materiel Management (IAHCSMM) for continuing education credits.
Anesthesia Technologists/Technicians
An application has been submitted to the American Society of Anesthesia Technologists and Technicians (ASATT) for continuing education credits.
Other Healthcare Professionals
All other healthcare professionals will receive a general certificate of attendance. Please check with your accreditation board with respect to receiving credit for this program.
Presenters:
Karen Rowan MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CNOR
Director, Clinical Professional Development, Office of the Chief Nurse Executive, Institute for Nursing, Northwell Health, New Hyde Park, NY
Lauren A. Phifer, CST
Certified Surgical Technologist, Operating Room, Open Heart Cardiothoracic Surgery, Northwell Health, NSUH Sandra Atlas Bass Campus, Manhasset, NY
Jessica O’Connor MSN, RN, CNOR
Clinical Professional Development Educator, Perioperative Services, Operating Room, Phelps Memorial Hospital, Northwell Health
Kristina Manetta, CST
Clinical Instructor/Instructor, Surgical Technology Program, Allied Health and Sciences Department, Nassau Community College, Garden City, NY
Eligibility for 1199SEIU members
Training and Employment Fund Members
Members must have been a part-time or full-time employee for at least one year, work at least three-fifths of a regular workweek, and work for an employer who contributes to the 1199SEIU Training and Upgrading Fund or the 1199SEIU Greater New York Education Fund.
City of New York Education, Child and Eldercare Fund members
Pharmacists, Dietitians, Clinical Laboratory Practitioners and LPNs must have worked with NYC Health + Hospitals or a mayoral agency for at least one year.
Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund members
Members must have been a part-time or full-time employee for at least one year and work for an employer who contributes to the 1199SEIU/Hospital League Health Care Industry Registered Nurse Training and Job Security Fund.
For Further Information
Email: [email protected]
Refund and Cancellation Policy
If you wish to cancel, you must do so at least 48 hours before the program date to avoid a penalty. To cancel, contact the 1199SEIU League Training and Upgrading Fund (TUF) by telephone, (212) 894-4390; fax, (212) 643-8795; or email, [email protected]. TUF reserves the right to cancel or reschedule a program in the event of insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be notified and given the option of receiving a refund or attending the rescheduled program or an alternate program.