CMS Preventing Covid-19 in Hospitals
Retooling Infection Prevention Practices
Foundational Course
CMS Preventing Covid-19 in Hospitals
Overview
CMS and CDC have introduced Interim Guidance to assist healthcare organizations in preventing Covid-19 in Hospitals and Continuing Care Settings. Management of this virus is critical for the health and safety of all healthcare patients, staff and visitors. Hospital and continuing care staff may lack knowledge of the changes to patient care for COVID-19 patient management and PPE use in care settings.
CMS has created a focused survey tool for healthcare personnel to assist them with compliance regarding new protocols and changes in infection prevention and control. Learn the latest expectations and new guidance.
Learn & Apply
Retooling Infection Prevention Practices
Identify
Identify approaches that nurses and health care workers can use to prevent the spread of Covid-19
Explain
Explain screening practices for staff and Covid-19 patients
Understand
Understand expectations for the use of transmission-based precautions related to suspected or confirmed Covid-19 patients
About the Instructor
Judy Courtemanche, Founder of Courtemanche & Associates
Hello, I’m Judy Courtemanche
Founder and former President of Courtemanche & Associates.
I have served healthcare for more than 4 decades as an administrator and nurse. I have worked in many healthcare settings and served in leadership, managerial, educational and nursing roles. I have worked in accreditation as a field surveyor, team leader and faculty for The Joint Commission. In addition, I have also served healthcare organizations and systems as a regulatory consultant and educator for over 25 years, troubleshooting and assisting physicians, leaders and staff to successfully overcome regulatory challenges through understanding, education, practical application, and proven solutions for persistent and difficult issues.