APIC to Host Webinar on NHSN Reporting
The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) is hosting a special webinar on Wednesday, Dec. 15 at 1 p.m. EST to address unanswered questions about upcoming changes to CLABSI reporting rules.
"Getting Ready for NHSN" will outline the structure of the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN), as well as the enrollment process for facilities that will be required to report CLABSIs starting in January 2011.
The presentation is intended for hospital personnel who will be responsible for NHSN enrollment and reporting, as well as state-level staff who wish to learn more about NHSN enrollment. To register, CLICK HERE.
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