Kern Medical New Hire Guide 2024

Infection Prevention = Patient Protection

YOU are the patient’s greatest defense against infection in the hospital! Everyone has a role in infection prevention. • Perform hand hygiene often and encourage others to do this as well. Remember “gel in, gel out” every time, even if you didn’t touch anything. • Always use standard precautions & follow any isolation precautions in place. Ask Questions Help prevent infections by asking questions: To a Doctor • “Why is the patient still intubated?” • “Does the patient still require that femoral central line?” • “Did you perform hand hygiene when you left that patient’s room?” To a Housekeeper • “Excuse me, could you please perform hand hygiene after you remove your yellow isolation gown?” • “Did you achieve the correct contact time when using that disinfectant?” To a Visitor • “Can I help you put on the right PPE to visit this patient?” If you have any suggestions to improve our infection prevention processes, let your supervisor know and/or contact the office of Infection Prevention. Contact Information Kristi Brownfield, MSN, RN, CIC Director of Infection Prevention and Employee Health Kristi.Brownfield@ K ern M edical.com

661-326-2811 (Main) or 661-859-6022 afterhours Office hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

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