"We always like to say infection prevention is everyone's role—physicians, respiratory therapists, supply chains. Infection prevention is part of the whole entire continuum of health." — Carol Vance, MSN, RN, PHN, CIC, multi-site prevention director, Advocate Children’s Hospital Infection prevention and control is fundamental to providing safe and high-quality patient care. For this week's lead story, I spoke with infection expert Carol Vance, MSN, RN, PHN, CIC, about how communication, awareness, and teamwork can contribute to an effective IP program. |