Environmental Measures Disrupt Transmission of HAIs
Time, staff, and budget constraints make it difficult to expand HAI mitigation programs despite the obvious and urgent need to do so.
Surface Disinfection Incompatibility Does Not Support Effective Cleaning and Disinfection
The surface material and product damage caused by new advances in disinfection technology must be addressed for patient safety.
Getting Managerial Buy-In for Infection Control Efforts
Health care workers' adherence to guidelines and overall job satisfaction are influenced by the level of support they feel they receive from their management team.
The Role Infection Preventionists Play in Thwarting Surgical Site Infections
With 60% of surgical site infections estimated to be preventable, IPs hold a key prevention role in patient safety.
Conference Highlights, Annual Goals, and More: A Conversation With AORN’s New President
After an Expo like no other, Dennis looks forward to the 70th year of advocacy for perioperative nurses.
C diff Rates Reduced Nearly 75% With Hydrogen Peroxide Disinfection System
The system gives infection preventionists another tool to combat the pathogen despite implementation challenges.
Elevated HAI Rates During COVID-19 Associated With Increased Premium Pay, Agency Hours
The study examined the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on specific types of infections, including MRSA and CDIs.
Number of Staff, Not Ownership, Is Predictor of Nursing Home COVID-19 Outcomes
Ratings, ownership, and prior infection control citations of facilities were not consistent outcome indicators.
Not 'Just' Sterile Processors: HSPA Talks Industry Changes Ahead of Annual Meeting
Staff shortages, public recognition, and moving out of the medical field are all issues that the sterile processing industry has faced.
