Monitoring Antibiotic Use in Nursing Homes

Monday, June 3, 2024

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM CST

Location: Room 214 CD

CE: .5

AEU Credits: 0.5
CME Credits: 0.5
CNE Credits: 0.5
IPCE Credits: 0.5
IPCH Credits: 0.5
IPU Credits: 0.5

Presenter(s)

Henrietta Smith, RN, MSN, CIC

Lead - Protocol and Training Team
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Marietta, Georgia

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Moderator(s)

Henrietta Smith, RN, MSN, CIC

Lead - Protocol and Training Team
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Marietta, Georgia

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Disclosure(s):

Theresa A. Rowe: No financial relationships to disclose

Henrietta Smith, RN, MSN, CIC: No financial relationships to disclose

Session Description:The session will introduce a new surveillance option that will be made available to nursing homes through the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN), including the rationale, reporting protocol, and plans for its launch.

Learning Objectives:

Explore strategies to promote antimicrobial stewardship within the nursing home setting.
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the key metrics and indicators used to monitor antibiotic use in nursing homes.
Gain practical insights into the implementation of monitoring strategies for use in nursing homes.