ASC and Nursing Facility Knowledge Share Series
The Knowledge Share Webinar Series provides free infection prevention training from the Oregon Patient Safety Commission. With content designed specifically for Oregon ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) and nursing facilities, these webinars are a hassle-free way for healthcare staff to join together in learning about infection prevention, asking questions, and sharing insights.
Environmental Cleaning for ASCs: AORN Updated Guidance
Presentation
Debbie Hurst, RN, BSN, CIC Manager of the Infection Prevention and Control Program at Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Medford, Oregon
Originally presented May 13, 2014
Objectives
Describe the role of environmental cleaning and disinfection in the prevention of perioperative hospital acquired infections (HAIs)
Discuss environmental cleaning requirements for ambulatory surgery centers
Identify evidence-based methods and best practices for environmental cleaning in ambulatory surgery centers
Materials
Part I Norovirus Series: Identifying and Reporting Norovirus Outbreaks
Presentation
Emilio DeBess, DVM, MPVM, State Public Health Veterinarian, State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
Originally presented January 7, 2014
Objectives
Recognize the clinical presentation of norovirus infection
Describe the mechanisms of norovirus transmission
Describe how to recognize a norovirus outbreak
Describe how to report a norovirus outbreak to the local public health authority
Describe current norovirus laboratory testing options
Use interventions designed to control norovirus transmission in nursing facilities
Materials
Part II Norovirus Series: Reporting Norovirus Outbreaks and Data Collection Efforts
Presentation
Amy Sullivan, PhD, MPH, Communicable Disease Services (CDS) Manager, Multnomah County Health Department
Originally presented April 22, 2014
Objectives
Properly collect norovirus case data using a Gastroenteritis Case Log
Use the data collected to see how well the control measures are working
Partner with your local county health departments
Materials
Best Practices for Surgical Site Infection (SSI) Surveillance
Presentation
Janet Sullivan, RN, BSN, CIC, Infection Preventionist, Oregon Health and Sciences University
Originally Presented November 20, 2013
Objectives
Discuss the impact of SSIs on patient safety and the cost of healthcare
Describe the CDC’s surveillance methodology for SSIs
Apply the definitions of infection used for SSI surveillance, including criteria for superficial, deep, and organ/space infections
Use the surveillance data to generate infection rates and reports that can be integrated into your ASC’s QAPI program
Materials
Oregon’s Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae Toolkit
Presentation
Christopher D. Pfeiffer, MD, MHS, Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases, Oregon Health and Science University/Portland VA
Originally Presented October 22, 2013 (ambulatory surgery centers) and October 29, 2013 (nursing facilities)
Objectives
Describe the basic epidemiology of CRE in the United States and Oregon
Describe how to test for and identify CRE organisms
Apply recommended NICE interventions to prevent CRE
Materials
For ambulatory surgery centers
For nursing facilities
Medication Compounding Update
Presentation
Michael Millard, RPH, MS, Assistant Professor, Pacific University School of Pharmacy
Originally presented July 23, 2013
Objectives
Summarize the patient outcomes and regulation resulting from the NECC outbreak
Understand the criteria used to determine when a medication is being compounded in the ASC
Review the regulations from the Food and Drug Administration regarding compounding manufacturers
Describe the Oregon Board of Pharmacy’s rules regarding sterile and non-sterile compounding to provide additional safety around compounded medications
List evaluation criteria that ASCs can use to select pharmacies for outsourcing their compounded medications
Materials
Before Antibiotics: Alternative Strategies to Prevent UTIs in the Elderly
Presentation
Jessina McGregor, PhD, Assistant Professor, Oregon State University/Oregon Health and Science University College of Pharmacy
Originally presented June 12, 2013
Objectives
Describe challenges to the diagnosis of urinary tract infections (UTIs) in the elderly
Discuss the research findings and implications for alternative UTI prevention strategies used in the elderly
Materials
Safety and Infection Prevention Strategies for Dialysis Patients in Long Term Care Facilities
Presentation
Barbara Breckler, RN, BSN, Quality Improvement Director, Northwest Renal Network
Originally Presented May 28, 2013
Objectives
Apply safety precautions when caring for dialysis patients
Use recommended infection reduction practices when caring for residents who are undergoing hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis
Materials
Preventing Norovirus Transmission in Long-Term Care Facilities
Presentation
Lore Lee, BS, MPH, Calicivirus & Varicella Epidemiologist, Acute and Communicable Disease Prevention Program, Oregon Health Authority
Originally presented January 9, 2013
Objectives
Discuss the impact of norovirus outbreaks in long-term care facilities
Recognize the clinical presentation of norovirus
Describe the mechanisms of transmission for norovirus infections
Describe current norovirus laboratory testing options
Use interventions designed to control norovirus transmission in nursing homes
Materials
Preventing Tuberculosis Transmission
Presentation
Heidi Behm, RN, BSN, MPH, TB Controller and TB Nurse Consultant, Oregon Health Authority
Originally presented November 14, 2012 (nursing facilities) and September 5, 2012 (ambulatory surgery centers)
Objectives
Perform an Occupational Safety and Health Administration compliant annual tuberculosis (TB) Risk Assessment for your facility
Write a TB infection control plan
Implement an employee TB screening program that complies with regulatory requirements
Materials
For ambulatory surgery centers
For nursing facilities
Influenza Vaccination Strategies for Residents and Healthcare Personnel in Nursing Homes
Presentation
Sherri Atherton, MS, RN, CNS-BC, CIC, Director, Infection Prevention Program, Portland Veteran’s Affairs Medical Center
Originally presented September 12, 2012
Objectives
Describe the incidence of influenza disease in nursing home populations
Explain the importance of healthcare personnel and nursing home resident influenza vaccinations
Implement effective, evidence-based strategies to improve healthcare personnel and resident influenza vaccination rates
Learn about educational and promotional resources available for the 2012-2013 influenza season
Materials
Safe Medication Practices in your Ambulatory Surgery Center
Presentation
Michael Millard, RPH, MS, Assistant Professor, Pacific University, School of Pharmacy
Originally presented July 17, 2012
Objectives
Describe the USP <797> general requirements and identify when they impact ASC practices
Define issues and challenges in complying with both USP <797> and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention’s Safe Injection Practices
Implement safe medication management that includes immediate use compounding, handling of controlled substances, and medication destruction/waste
Materials
Biological Indicator Failures: Updated Processes
Presentation
Joseph LeBouef, RST, CST, CRCST, CHL, Regional Sterile Processing Educator, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Northwest
Originally presented April 19, 2012
Objectives
Differentiate between different chemical indicators and their appropriate use
Identify steps to take when a biological indicator fails
Handle conflicting results when multiple indicators are used in the same load
Materials
Safe Surgery Checklist: Tools to Support Compliance with the New CMS Reporting Requirement
Presentation
Mary Post, Leslie Ray, and Valerie Harmon, Oregon Patient Safety Commission
Kecia Rardin, RN, CNOR, CASC, Administrator, Director of Nursing, Northwest Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC
Debbie Spain, RN, BSN, CNOR, Clinical Director, Northwest Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC
Cheri Van Bebber, RN, BSN, Operating Room Manager, Oregon Eye Surgery Center
Originally presented February 23, 2012
Objectives
Learn about new CMS reporting requirement
Discuss the rationale behind the requirement
Obtain first-hand insight into tools and implementation suggestions
Materials