APIC was awarded with a grant from DSHS to provide trainings in 15 different locations across the state from Dec. 2010 to April 2011.
“APIC is excited to be working with Texas healthcare professionals to increase transparency and accuracy of HAI data collection,” said APIC Interim CEO Robert T. Van Hook, MSPH, CAE, in a news release from the organization. “Accurate reporting is essential for assessing health outcomes and improving patient safety. Collaboration between infection prevention experts, healthcare facilities, and government agencies is one of the most effective ways to improve this process and protect patients.”
To learn more about the NHSN training courses, visit the website of APIC.
Read more from and about APIC:
– Review: Infection Prevention Approach to New CMS Requirements for Ambulatory Surgery Centers
– Virginia Epidemiologist Receives APIC’s Elaine Larson Lectureship Award
– Safety Enhanced Disposal Device Could Prevent Needlestick-, Sharps-Related Injuries
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