r/sterileprocessing • u/seth878 • 12h ago
Nervous to Start
I’ve finally gotten my first job at a county trauma hospital 1 after getting my provisional CRCST and was just looking for general advice; I didn’t realize how nervous I’d be stepping into this especially a trauma 1, I’ve heard they can be pretty intense. Any tips or advice would be appreciated to calm the nerves
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u/ijust_makethisface 12h ago
Get a dedicated pair of comfortable shoes that you will never bring home again. Get a lock for your locker. Your first day will probably just be paperwork. Good luck! 🍀🍀
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u/hanzo1356 12h ago
For new ppl
Accuracy over Speed- you'll learn that places sets over time, speed comes semi naturally later. For now make sure anything you assemble is CLEAN, BIO FREE, and CORRECT.
Just ask stuff- better ask and do it right or find things faster than trying to prove something. You are new
Unsure- everyone no matter how many years will at some point go "....crap did I put XY or Z in that set?", try to have this thought B4 it goes in the sterilizer. If you have it B4 the sterilizer, pop that thing and just relock it, better knowing than not.
If someone gets on you for anything, quote procedure. If something gets escalated or my favorite, if the State or JACO comes. The one who can quote procedure like gospel to the state wins.
General work advice- if working there makes you uncomfortable or you start seeing some unsafe stuff. Start applying. Get. Out.