ConCensis

How does achieving a HITRUST cybersecurity certification redefine the security posture and customer trust for companies like Censis Technologies and their clients?

In this insightful episode of the ConCensis podcast, host Vanessa Cavanaugh engages with Brandi Guest, a Security Operations Engineer at Censis, and Myles Templin, an Associate Manager at A-LIGN, delving into the rigorous journey and significant impact of obtaining a HITRUST cybersecurity certification.

“We wanted [the HITRUST certification] so we could say to customers, look, we went the extra mile,” Guest explained.

“Census achieved the i1 assessment,” Templin said. “That was actually new as of last year, 2022. They reinvented it in 2023, making it more streamlined and fitting with the others.”

Bay Pines VA  Healthcare System has emerged as a beacon of healthcare innovation, particularly in the realm of sterile processing, setting new benchmarks in healthcare efficiency and patient safety. Their journey, marked by significant achievements and culminating in the prestigious 2023 Ron Hesch Award, reflects a deep commitment to advancing healthcare practices. In an industry continually reshaped by challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, Bay Pines stands out for its exceptional approach to operational excellence and patient care.

In the latest episode of the ConCensis podcast, host Vanessa Cavanaugh engages with Sheryl Eder, the Assistant Chief Nurse of Perioperative & Sterile Processing Service, in a conversation that sheds light on the strategies behind Bay Pines' success. They delve into the innovative methods and leadership techniques that positioned Bay Pines as a leader in healthcare services. The two discuss:

• Sheryl Eder's unique approach to staff engagement and leadership transformed the sterile processing department.
• The role of advanced tracking systems in enhancing sterilization processes and staff efficiency.
• How the Bay Pines team navigated the complexities of the COVID-19 pandemic, including innovative N95 mask reprocessing.

Sheryl Eder's extensive background in nursing and healthcare management, complemented by her educational achievements and industry recognition, has been a cornerstone in fostering healthcare innovation within her department.. Her proactive and hands-on leadership style has led to significant advancements in healthcare practices.

This episode of the ConCensis podcast looks into the critical world of sterile processing with CtUC 2023 platinum sponsor Kem Medical Products Corp. Host Vanessa Cavanaugh and guest Mark Ebenstein, VP of Products and Services at Kem Medical, discuss the tools and strategies that ensure safety in healthcare environments. Together, they explore Kem Medical’s integral contributions to sterile processing and Ebenstein’s journey within the industry.

The conversation reveals Kem Medical’s comprehensive range of products designed for sterile and surgical environments, from monitoring badges to neutralizing solutions and spill kits. Ebenstein shares his insights on transitioning from a large corporation to a smaller, more hands-on company and the importance of specialized products for sterile processing departments. Listeners and viewers will get an insider’s perspective on the challenges and solutions that Kem Medical provides, ensuring the safety of healthcare workers and patients.

When it comes to handling change, look no further than Censis’ CtUC 2023 Change Maker Award winner Alina Easley for advice.

With its rapidly evolving technological advancements, the healthcare sector aims to streamline operations and improve patient care. This transformation often requires a marriage of technical skills and change management to ensure that healthcare professionals are adept at using new tools while being open to altering traditional work processes. Alina Easley, the recent recipient of the 2023 CtUC Change Maker Award, is a testament to this hybrid approach, spearheading changes that transitioned her department from paper documentation to an optimized digital system, thus elevating operational efficacy. Better tech adoption can significantly reduce administrative burden errors and improve patient outcomes.

How can healthcare facilities overcome resistance and integrate modern technologies into their workflow, ensuring efficiency and staff satisfaction?

In the latest episode of ConCensis, host Gabrielle Bejarano invites Alina Easley,a CensiTrac Coordinator and the 2023 CtUC Change Maker Award Winner for an enlightening discussion. The conversation dives into Alina’s journey, her strategies for overcoming resistance to change, and how her initiatives have significantly benefited her department by reducing paper documentation and streamlining processes.

Bejarano and Easley discuss the following:

• Continuous education and explaining how the "why" can gain staff acceptance to change

• Utilizing a network of resources and peers to professionally develop as a leader

• Collaborating and receiving feedback from staff to successfully adopt new technology

Alina Easley, with her background as the CensiTrac Coordinator for Central Texas VA and Austin Outpatient Clinic, has been pivotal in ensuring the functionality of CensiTrac at her facilities. Her role doesn’t stop at being a technical coordinator, it extends to being an educator and change manager, addressing hardware issues and leading the charge in deploying new features and processes.

Creating an instrument management standardization program for multiple facilities shouldn’t be a hassle and shouldn’t require mountains of physical paperwork.

In today’s digital age, reliance on paper processes in healthcare institutions is outdated and wasteful. According to recent data, American healthcare institutions waste more than five million tons of paper annually. This environmental degradation results in significant energy waste and increased costs. As healthcare institutions strive to adopt sustainable practices, the shift from paper to digital processes is imperative.

So, how can healthcare institutions transition from paper-heavy processes to more sustainable digital solutions that are also cost-effective?

Welcome to ConSensis, a Censis Technologies podcast. In this episode, host Gabrielle Bejarano welcomes Robby Miller, Sterile Processing Department Manager at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, to discuss the importance of instrument management standardization across multiple facilities.

Bejarano and Miller discuss the following:

• The environmental and cost implications of relying on paper processes in healthcare

• The challenges surrounding paper record retention and access

• The benefits of transitioning to digital solutions like CensiTrac for efficient instrument management

• Practical steps and strategies for healthcare institutions to adopt sustainable practices.

With over twenty-five years of experience at the facility and more than two decades leading sterile processing departments, Robby is a recognized expert in the field. He plays a pivotal role as a subject matter expert within his enterprise, Common Spirit Health, which spans 142 hospitals across 28 states. Robby's expertise extends to the implementation and benefits of CensiTrac, the instrument-tracking system used across the enterprise. His insights into the importance of instrument management systems and the need for standardization across multiple facilities make him a valuable voice in the industry.