Beyond Clean Podcast

From visual checks to advanced technological tools, endoscope inspection is one of the most critical steps in ensuring patient safety – so, how thorough are your facility's protocols? Are you inspecting every scope, for every procedure? In this week's new episode from our "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes" series, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple are back and ready to ta...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, " Aseptic Presentation of Rigid Containers " with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert...

Gowns on, gloves up -- it's time to #FightDirty in this week's new episode of our latest podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes!" We're diving into scope decontamination processes with our endoscope experts, Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple. They're teaming up to explore the intricacies of proper cleaning techniques, the importance of selecting the right clean...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, " What to Expect with Your New AI Application in Sterile Processing,"  with our Artificial Intelligence  Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia...

From SPD to the OR and back again, our endoscopes embark on a critical journey for every patient, every time. So how does your facility ensure these delicate instruments arrive safely at their destination? In Episode 2 of our new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes," we're joined by Bobbie Gaskins, Nicholas Day, and Garett Kaple to discuss the complexities of endoscope t...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, " Open or Closed Storage That is the Question, " with our Healthcare Storage Expert™, Dustin Patterson. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessi...

Looking to unlock the secret to operational efficiency and instrument longevity in your Operating Room & Sterile Processing department? What if there was a comprehensive solution to streamline your workflow and extend the life of your instruments? In this week's Beyond Clean Vendor Spotlight™, we're joined by Jarrod Watson-Lewis, Brand Manager for OR Disposables and SPD Portfolio, and Brian Sidow,...

Can point-of-use treatment really make or break your entire endoscope reprocessing workflow? Buckle up, scope enthusiasts! We're tackling this critical question and more as we kick off our exclusive new podcast series, "Unbroken: The Care and Handling of Endoscopes." Scope-savvy superstars, Garett Kaple, Katie Minion, and Joanne Lee are teaming up to help us explore the common challenges of implem...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, " How Do You Check the Presence of UV Radiation? " with our UV Disinfection Expert™, Daan Hoek. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing exper...

Congratulations, you've passed your certification exam! Now what? In this final episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz celebrates your success and explores the exciting world of opportunities that await you in your Sterile Processing career. From finding your niche to making waves in the industry, Sarah dishes out her favorite strategies for making the most of your new credentials...

Hey #CleanFreaks! We're wrapping up another action-packed season with an episode dedicated to the tiny but mighty components that put the buzz in our ultrasonic cleaners -- ultrasonic transducers! What are they? Why are they important? And how are they making a big difference in Sterile Processing? Joining us this week to answer these buzz-worthy questions and more is ultrasonic cleaner extraordin...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, " Considerations for Shelf Life " with our Sterile Containers Expert™, Mike Strand. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who you'd...

The time has come to put down the books and conquer your certification fears! On this week's episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz gives us her straightforward, candid pep talk -- "Just Take the Test!" After weeks of preparation and countless study tips and tricks shared, she explains why it's time to stop overthinking and start doing. Join Sarah as she dives into the common self...

Is your SPD's breakroom fridge clean as a whistle or a ticking time bomb of workplace drama? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference," we're joined by Nicole Walley and Stacey Gielen to explore how this breakroom centerpiece can be a powerful indicator of your department's workplace culture. From mysterious disappearing lunches to team-building clea...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "How Do You Start with the Adoption Of AI In Your SPD?" with our Artificial Intelligence  Expert™, Yeshwanth Pulijala, PhD. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you kno...

Ever felt like your brain works differently when it comes to studying and test-taking? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz teams up with neurodiversity expert Dr. Victoria Verlezza, PH.D., to explore neurodivergence and how individuals with diverse cognitive styles can thrive in their certification journey. From understanding your unique learning needs to creating an optimal...

The humble towel. If you're reading this in an SPD, you're probably less than 6 feet from a towel this very moment, and yet how often have you ever really stopped to think about what that little piece of fabric actually does? On this week's episode of Beyond Clean, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference," we talk to Tory Teakell, Clinical Solutions Manager for Medline, about all things surg...

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Your resume got you in the door - now what? This week on Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz guides you through the crucial next step: acing the job interview. Sarah draws from her own interviewing experiences to share her top tips for mastering virtual and in-person interview etiquette, crafting concise and impactful responses to common questions, and asking thoughtful questions showcasi...

Are your load stickers telling the full story of your sterilization workflows? Or are they missing key details that could mean the difference between a successful recall and a departmental crisis? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, we welcome Jessie Lopez, Educator & Quality Assurance Manager, who's ready to #Stirthatpot and discuss tools in our SPDs we often take for granted, yet they pla...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, " Utility Water: Case Studies, Hot Water " with our Water Quality Expert™, Jeffrey Paquet. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing expert who...

On this CE-approved re-release of Beyond Clean Articles On-The-Go, tune in for insights on the challenges of tracking Sterile Processing productivity: "How many of your facility administrators really know what your Sterile Processing team does? Or, perhaps a better question, how many of them know how long it takes for your team to do what they do? How long should it take? Is there even a good answ...

Is your resume ready to make a lasting first impression? On this week's episode of Confident Certification™, host Sarah B. Cruz teams up with Healthcare Career Advisor, Rochelle Felix, to share expert tips on crafting a resume that can help you land your dream job in Sterile Processing. They'll cover everything from creating a compelling objective statement to showcasing your unique skill set, eve...

Are your sterilizer door gaskets maintaining a fortress of sterility or leaving your SPD vulnerable to a steam-powered disaster? On this episode of Beyond Clean Season 25, "The Little Things that Make a Big Difference," David Jagrosse, President of David Jagrosse Consulting, is taking us beyond the sterilizer door to explore the pressure-packed world of sterilizer door gaskets. From preventing haz...

On this week's edition of the Beyond Clean Expert Series On-The-Go, tune in for the conversation entitled, "Precleaning: When Every Second Matters" with our Flexible Endoscope Expert™, Michael Matthews. To hear more from this expert, follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn, or subscribe to the Beyond Clean mailing list by visiting:  http://www.beyondcleanmedia.com Do you know a #SterileProcessing exper...