This week's coverage in Infection Control Today centered on a common thread: the systems, partnerships, and data that let infection prevention teams catch problems before patients are harmed.
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Infection Control Today's Educator of the Year Award Nomination Form
Here you will see where to nominate an exceptional infection control and prevention educator for the Infection Control Today®’s Educator of the Year Award™.
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The Infection Control Today®’s Educator of the Year Award™
Do you know an infection prevention and control professional whose exceptional dedication goes beyond ordinary efforts, actively empowering others to effect positive change within their sphere?
Nominate the deserving individual for this year's prestigious title of Infection Control Today's Educator of the Year by clicking the button below to complete the form.
The nominee should possess a minimum of 15 years of distinguished experience in infection prevention and control and currently hold a pivotal role within the field. Demonstrating a commitment to education, they should excel in imparting knowledge with fervor and possess measurable achievements that highlight a positive transformative impact.
Submit a comprehensive Word document nomination, containing a maximum of 1,000 words, showcasing the nominee's outstanding dedication to education with examples of:
Educational Excellence: The nominee excels and is passionate about educating others. Provide at least two (2) compelling examples that highlight their exceptional teaching skills.
Empowerment for Change: The nominee goes above and beyond to encourage others for positive change. Present at least two (2) instances that illustrate their commitment to fostering empowerment and transformation.
Thank you for your submission!
Abbreviated Rules: NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Contest begins on or about September 5, 2023, at 12:01 a.m. ET and ends on November 1, 2023, at 11:59 p.m. ET. Open only to legal U.S. residents who are 18 years of age or older. Subject to Official Rules. See Official Rules at
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