Available Nov. 6
How to Conduct a Risk Assessment and Outbreak Investigation
Is infection prevention keeping you up at night? Get the step-by-step guide on creating an
Infection Prevention Program that meets Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service's
(CMS) requirements for an ambulatory surgery center. We'll cover all that's involved in con-
ducting a proper risk assessment, the best ranking system for prioritizing infection risks, and
how to use outcomes for internal benchmarking. You'll leave with a risk assessment template to use at
your facility and an understanding of the CDC steps to take in an outbreak investigation. 1 CU
Learning Objectives:
• Instruction will be provided on how to conduct an infection control risk assessment and how to use
an infection control risk assessment in developing a QAPI program.
• The participant will demonstrate how to use the template based on a scenario provides.
Terri Link, RN, BSN, MPH
Perioperative Patient Safety Specialist
University of Colorado Hospital
Surgical Attire Guidelines and Other ASC Hot Topics
Are you current on the changes to the AORN Guidelines for Perioperative Practice? Learn
about the latest updates on surgical attire and other guidelines, get tips for implementation,
and discuss other changes and challenges permeating ambulatory surgery centers. During
this highly interactive session, you'll have an opportunity to lead the direction of the
conversation by submitting your questions in advance. 1 CU
Learning Objectives:
• Identify what is new and what has changed in the surgical attire guideline.
• Identify hot topics and updates to AORN's Guidelines for Perioperative Practice.
Lisa Spruce, DNP, RN, CNS-CP, CNOR, ACNS, ACNP, FAAN
Director, Evidence-Based Perioperative Practice, AORN
Inspire Others to Follow Your Lead
Great surgical leaders drive sustainable growth, develop top-performing staffs, and ensure
that their teams provide excellent patient care. They're coaches, mentors, change agents
and influencers. They model the work ethic and attitude they want their staffs to have and
prioritize their responsibilities to find free time to complete important tasks. You'll leave this
talk as a fulfilled, resilient and collaborative leader who enhances the brand of your organization and
inspires your team to keep reaching beyond their perceived potential. 1 CU
Rena Courtay, BSN, MBA, CASC
Hospital for Special Surgery
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