Case Cart Management

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, ILV, 3D, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

3.5 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Sterile Processing Technician / Allied Health Learners

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR and Web-based

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Credits : 0.4

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About the Course:

The Case Cart Management microcredential equips learners with essential knowledge and hands-on skills for the accurate preparation, organization, and handling of surgical case carts. Through immersive VR simulations, learners will practice assembling case carts based on surgical procedures, verifying instruments and supplies, and ensuring proper transport to and from the operating room. This microcredential is part of our sterile processing technician program, where learners build complete, job-ready skills for real clinical environments.

The course emphasizes attention to detail, workflow efficiency, infection control standards, and effective coordination with the surgical team to support safe and timely procedures.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the role of case carts in surgical workflow and patient safety.
  • Identify the components and supplies required for different surgical procedures.
  • Demonstrate accurate case cart assembly based on preference cards and surgical schedules.
  • Perform verification processes to ensure completeness and sterility of instruments and supplies.
  • Apply proper handling, transport, and storage techniques to maintain sterility and prevent contamination.
  • Follow infection control protocols and PPE requirements during case cart preparation and handling.
  • Recognize common errors in case cart preparation and implement strategies to prevent them.

Course delivered via LMS and requires an Oculus VR headset for hands-on VR simulations.

Sterile processing technician practicing case cart management in VR training

 

Workforce Development

Assembling a surgical case cart with instruments and supplies for procedures

At ImmerseLearn, we prepare CSTs to support efficient surgical workflows through precise case cart preparation and management, backed by real-world sterile processing training designed to build confidence and job readiness. This microcredential strengthens learners’ ability to minimize errors, ensure surgical readiness, and maintain compliance with healthcare standards.

Case Cart Preparation & Organization
Engage in VR-based scenarios to practice assembling case carts using surgical preference cards, organizing instruments, and ensuring all required supplies are included for specific procedures.
Verification & Quality Checks+
Explore interactive modules that focus on verifying instrument sets, checking sterility indicators, and ensuring completeness before case carts are dispatched to the operating room.
Handling, Transport & Workflow Efficiency+
Learn best practices for safely transporting case carts, maintaining sterility during movement, and coordinating with OR teams to ensure timely delivery and turnaround.
Safety, Compliance & Infection Control+
Apply PPE protocols, infection control practices, and proper storage techniques to prevent contamination. Understand regulatory standards and workflow practices that ensure patient safety and operational efficiency.

By completing this microcredential, learners will gain the skills and confidence to prepare, manage, and transport case carts efficiently and safely, ensuring seamless surgical operations and adherence to industry best practices.

Apply PPE use, infection control practices, and proper unloading and transport techniques after cycle
completion. Understand workflow principles that prevent contamination, packaging compromise, and
handling errors.