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  • Healthcare Management
  • Infection Control
  • Professional Development

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  • The healthcare industry's increasing complexity and expansion necessitate skilled Infection Preventionists (IPs).
  • Diverse healthcare systems require standardized approaches to IP training and development.
  • Northwestern Medicine identified a need for a consistent framework to ensure IP competence across its facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a standardized framework for Infection Prevention program development.
  • To create a structured approach for training and advancing Infection Preventionists (IPs).
  • To implement the APIC Competency Model within a large healthcare system.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Competency Model.
  • Developed a standardized orientation guide for new Infection Preventionists (IPs).
  • Established a career ladder to support professional growth within the Infection Prevention department.

Main Results:

  • A comprehensive framework for Infection Prevention program development was created.
  • Standardized orientation and career progression pathways were implemented.
  • The program aims to enhance IP competence across diverse healthcare settings.

Conclusions:

  • A standardized, competency-based framework is essential for developing effective Infection Preventionists (IPs).
  • The APIC Competency Model provides a robust foundation for infection prevention program development.
  • This initiative supports the consistent delivery of high-quality infection prevention services in complex healthcare environments.