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Competency of Infection Control Nurses and Associated Factors: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Wan Li^1,2,3, Pan Lin⁴, Qiuhong Yang⁵

¹Department of Clinical Nursing Teaching and Research, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha, China, csu.edu.cn.

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Summary

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Infection control nurses (ICNs) in China demonstrate upper-middle level competency, with significant room for improvement in skills and research abilities. Enhancing training in nosocomial infection (NI) prevention and control is crucial for better patient outcomes.

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competency infection management nurses influencing factors nosocomial infection status

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Published on: June 24, 2025

Area of Science:

Healthcare Management
Nursing Research
Infectious Disease Control

Background:

Nosocomial infections (NIs) pose a significant global healthcare challenge.
Infection control nurses (ICNs) are vital in managing NIs.
A gap exists in comprehensive assessments of ICN competency.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the competency of ICNs in China.
To identify factors influencing ICN competency in NI prevention and control.

Main Methods:

A cross-sectional survey was conducted with 1010 ICNs in Hunan Province, China.
An online questionnaire assessed ICN competency across six domains.
Multiple linear regression analyzed factors associated with competency.

Main Results:

Overall ICN competency was rated at an upper-middle level.
"Personal characteristics" scored highest; "Teaching and research ability" scored lowest.
Years of experience, technical title, and income positively correlated with competency.

Conclusions:

ICN competency is at an upper-middle level, necessitating targeted improvements.
Strengthening training in NI prevention and control skills is recommended.
Enhancing teaching and research abilities of ICNs is essential.