How the SPD, OR and Infection Preventionist Work Together

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How does the infection preventionist work with the sterile processing department (SPD) and the OR? It can be intimidating to go into a very specialized area and present yourself as an authority when you feel unprepared and out of place. Transitioning to the surgery center from the hospital setting—even with a board certification in infection control—can be challenging, but success is attainable through clear communication, a willingness to learn and collaboration with the leaders of those areas....