CORNELIUS S. LEWIS CRCST, CHL, CIS, CER
Royal Palm Beach, FL
*********@*****.*** 832-***-****
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Proven SPD leader with 20+ years of experience complimented by military leadership tenure. Expert in fostering strong, collaborative relationships across all levels of ambulatory and surgical services. Demonstrated ability to work closely with management teams while maintaining respect and rapport with staff and cross-functional departments. Skilled in navigating fast-paced environments, handling complex situations with confidence, and adapting to new management structures and directives. Extensive knowledge of IAHCSMM standards, Joint Commission compliance, AORN/AAMI guidelines.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Sterile Processing Manager
Good Samaritan Medical Center
West Palm Beach, FL Dec 2023 – Present
Sterile Processing Manager
Gulf Coast Medical Center
Fort Myers, FL May 2022 – December 2023
Central Sterile Processing Manager
Boca Raton Regional Hospital
Kendall, FL June 2021 – May 2022
Sterile Processing Supervisor
Baptist Hospital South Florida
Kendall, FL April 2019 - June 2021
Interim Sterile Processing Manager
University of Miami Hospital
Miami, FL July 2013 – April 2019
Instrument Liaison Lead
Shand’s Jacksonville Medical Trauma Center
Jacksonville, FL July 2009 - July 2013
Certified Registered Sterile Processing Technician
Shand’s Jacksonville Medical Trauma Center
Jacksonville, FL Aug. 2004 - July 2009
EDUCATION
1997 – 2001 United States Marine Corps
1991 – 1994 Florida A&M University
CERTIFICATIONS AND FORMAL TRAINING
Certified Endoscopic Reprocessing – Certification # 53119
Certified Registered Central Service Technician – Certification # 53119
Certified Healthcare Leadership – Certification # 53119
Certified Instrument Specialist –Certification #53119
Essentials of Leadership course University of Miami Data Management Training Course
Knowledge of Instrument and multiple specialty sets Excellent in multi-tasking and problem-solving Articulate speaker and excellent communication skills Highly detailed oriented
Proficient in Windows, Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint and adaptable to any software available
Excellent references available upon request