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COMPETENCY CHECKLIST
Put Your Central Sterile Staff to the Test
A
t River Drive Surgery Center,
cal sterilization/disinfection.
central sterile staff must pass 8. Able to set up sterile/automuster on skills in several
clave room.
categories. Here's a summary to pro-
9. Able to set up utility room.
vide ideas for your competency check-
10. Demonstrates knowledge of
lists.
instrumentation.
Sterilization/Use of
Instruments and Equipment
Infection Control
1. Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic
1. Wears appropriate surgical
technique.
attire according to facility
2. Demonstrates ability to clean and
organize instruments and equipment
for wrapping.
policy.
2. Uses gowns and gloves according to
facility policy.
3. Has reviewed and understands the
cause of TASS.
3. Practices recognized principles of
2. P
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aseptic technique.
4. Demonstrates ability to package sup- 4. Minimizes the flow of traffic in and
plies for sterilization.
out of patient rooms.
5. Demonstrates correct use of washing 5. Minimizes talking and noise levels in
and sterilizing equipment.
patient rooms.
6. Selects proper mode of sterilization
for instruments and equipment.
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Safety Considerations
1. Operates mechanical and electrical
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