Our partners in the Capital Division have recently installed Cactus Smart Sinks. Cactus Smart Sinks are used to waste controlled substances.

Cactus Smart Sink for wasting Controlled Substances

• Use for wasting ONLY Controlled Substances
• Do NOT use for non-controlled medications
• See labeled locations for placing liquids, solids, and patches
• NO needles, syringes, vials, medication packaging or trash in or on top of cartridges
• Be sure to ALWAYS unwrap tablets from packaging before disposal
• If full, beeping or flashing red, contact pharmacy

Please ensure you are aware of how to properly waste controlled substances at the facility you are working. 

Thank you for ALL YOU DO!

Our partners in the Capital Division at CJW have shared some education regarding the current safety standards for PPE usage and Infection Prevention. 

REMINDERs:

Ensure we are following appropriate PPE measures at all times.

• Universal masking is still in full swing- please ensure you are masking up as you enter the facility each day and continue with the appropriate mask per your patient population throughout your shift.
• All direct patient care requires both a mask and face shield/goggles
• All non-COVID patient interactions require at least a mask, eye covering/face shield, and appropriate hand hygiene.
• Goggles are to be worn in all patient care areas, including the halls
• Safety Stand-Down

Please make sure you are adhering to the facilty specific PPE utilization and safety standards. 

Thank you for your dedication to Patient Care!