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First Coast Sterilization Professionals Association

Regional sterile processing leadership built around patient safety.

FCSPA advances sterile processing practice, certification, leadership development, and patient safety across Northeast Florida in alignment with HSPA standards.

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About FCSPA

Mission, Governance, and Professional Standards

FCSPA is structured to operate with clear governance, transparent policies, and education priorities that raise the standard of sterile processing in our region.

Core Objectives

Increase regional certification Provide accessible CE opportunities Strengthen AAMI and AORN literacy Support IFU and CDC compliance Build future SPD leadership Promote professional recognition Coordinate hospital, ASC, and vendor collaboration

Events and CE

Planned Education, Documented CE, and Speaker Quality

FCSPA chapter conference and education web banner.

Upcoming Chapter Education Event

Saturday, March 28, 2026

HCA Orange Park Medical Center | 9:00 AM to 3:45 PM

Point-of-Use Treatment Biofilm Flexible Endoscope Mastery ST79 Game Session

Registration, parking, and full agenda details will be shared soon.

Spring Conference Announcement (PDF)

Education Model

  • Quarterly meetings minimum, with monthly cadence preferred
  • Structured agendas with standards-focused presentations
  • Attendance tracking and post-event CE documentation
  • Topic selection tied to real SPD operational risk and compliance gaps

Priority CE Topics

  • IFU interpretation challenges and compliance workflows
  • AAMI tray weight standards and IUSS reduction strategies
  • Decontamination compliance metrics and sterilizer documentation trends
  • High-level disinfection updates and case-study review sessions
Past CE Archive CE Request Form Speaker Submission Portal Download Event Web Banner Download Print Banner Mock Education Topic Suggestions

Certification Resources

Certification Growth as a Core Chapter KPI

FCSPA supports CRCST, CIS, CER, and CHL pathways through local study cohorts, mentorship, and leadership preparation sessions.

Support Tracks

  • CRCST study group sessions
  • CIS and CER focused workshops
  • CHL leadership preparation
  • Mentorship pairing for first-time exam candidates
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Tracked Outcomes

  • Percent of active members holding HSPA certification
  • Year-over-year certification growth rate
  • Study group attendance and exam readiness trend
  • Leadership pipeline participation for CHL candidates

Membership

Professional Community with Standards Accountability

Member Benefits

  • Standards-aligned CE education and peer discussion
  • Networking across hospitals, ASCs, and industry partners
  • Career development and job posting visibility
  • Recognition for certifications, promotions, and achievements
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Professional Conduct

  • Chapter Code of Ethics enforced for members and speakers
  • Conflict of Interest disclosures for educational sessions
  • Clinical integrity prioritized over promotional content
  • Aligned with patient-safety-centered sterile processing practice
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Financial Stewardship

Transparent Chapter Funding and Annual Reporting

Revenue Sources

  • Membership dues
  • Vendor sponsorships
  • Event registration fees
  • Chapter donations

Operating Expenses

  • Venue and event operations
  • Speaker honorariums and CE fees
  • Website hosting and communications tools
  • Printing and chapter administration

Sponsors and Industry

Vendor Partnership with Ethical Boundaries

Partnership Standards

  • Sponsored education can support chapter goals without sales-first delivery
  • Equal access to educational speaking opportunities
  • Visible sponsorship disclosures for chapter events
  • No vendor-dictated influence on chapter policy decisions

Advocacy and Updates

Regional Impact, Communication, and Recognition

Member Spotlight

Sara Vinson, MBA, CRCST serves as FCSPA Treasurer and supports chapter education planning, CE operations, and member engagement across the region.

FCSPA members attending the fall conference session led by Sara Vinson.
Fall conference session and chapter networking event.
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Job Board

Openings from hospitals, surgery centers, and healthcare partners across Northeast Florida.

Post a Local SPD Role

Performance Metrics

How FCSPA Measures Chapter Strength

Attendance Growth

Quarterly participation trend by meeting and education format.

CE Delivery

Total CE hours delivered each year with topic relevance review.

Certification Rate

Certified member percentage and year-over-year growth tracking.

Vendor Retention

Sponsor continuity while maintaining education-first standards.

Member Satisfaction

Surveyed quality feedback on chapter value and educational impact.

Engagement

RSVP completion, membership form conversion, and email open trends.

Chapter Leadership

Current Board Member Profiles

Headshot of Jake McHugh, FCSPA Chapter President.

Jake McHugh, CRCST, CIS, CHL, CER

President, FCSPA

Headshot of Sara Vinson, FCSPA Treasurer.

Sara Vinson, MBA, CRCST

Treasurer, FCSPA

For board service opportunities or officer contact channels, reach out through the chapter email below.

Contact

Connect with FCSPA

Questions about membership, CE documentation, sponsorship, governance policies, or chapter operations.

[email protected] General Inquiry