Clinical Practice Page ContentAHCA/NCAL strives to provide important resources, guides, and information specifically geared for clinical staff in long term and post-acute care centers. With so many centers around the country working to improve, no center is alone in its endeavors, regardless of if it is focused on improving center safety, building a new specific condition ward, or reevaluating the nutrition plan for residents. The national infection prevention forum Join the National Infection Prevention Forum, a collaborative online space for all infection preventionists working in long term care. Best of all it is free regardless of certification status or membership in any organization! The Forum utilizes AHCA/NCAL's Connect Community platform. Learn more about how the Forum works and join to get started. Need help or have questions? Contact the NIPF team at LTC-NIPFhelp@ahca.org. JOIN THE CONVERSATION TODAY Infection Prevention & Control General ResourcesTips for Writing Infection Control Policies and ProceduresHot Topic Brief: Understanding and Utilizing AntibiogramsHot Topic Brief: TuberculosisHot Topic Brief and Tip Sheet Managing Bed Bugs and Head Lice in Healthcare SettingsMeasles Risk in the Long Term Care SettingHot Topic Brief: Emergency Preparedness for the Infection Preventionist – Part 1Hot Topic Brief: Key Points and Resources for H5 Bird Flu PreparednessTips for Meeting OSHA Fit Test Requirements in Skilled Nursing FacilitiesTips for Outbreak Management in Skilled Nursing FacilitiesTips For Meeting The Linen Requirements In Skilled Nursing FacilitiesTips for Meeting the Immunization Requirements in Skilled Nursing and LTC Tips for Meeting the Infection Preventionist Requirements in Skilled Nursing and LTCInfection Prevention & Control Officer (IPCO) Certificate TrainingCDC's Long Term Care WebsiteThis site organizes existing infection prevention guidance and resources into sections for clinical staff, infection prevention coordinators, and residents.Core Elements of Antibiotic Stewardship in Nursing HomesThis resource is designed to help nursing homes improve antibiotic prescribing practices and reduce inappropriate use to protect residents from the consequences of antibiotic-resistant infections, such as C. difficile.CDC's Clean Hands Count CampaignMaterials include brochures, fact sheets, infographics, and posters. CDC’s National Healthcare Safety NetworkFacilities can directly access the new infection tracking system for long-term care facilities.AHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenarios: Asymptomatic Bacteriuria (ASB) versus Urinary Tract InfectionHot Topic Brief: Annual Review Process for the Infection Prevention and Control Program (IPCP)AHCA/NCAL Infection Preventionist Hot Topic Brief: Preparing for Respiratory Virus SeasonAHCA/NCAL Infection Preventionist Hot Topic Brief: ScabiesCOVID-19Coronavirus Disease 2019Infection Control Guidance: SARS-CoV-2Healthcare Professionals: Information on COVID-19COVID-19 Vaccine Toolkit | CMSCoronavirus (COVID-19) | Drugs | FDALegionella Prevention ResourcesAHCA/NCAL Infection Preventionist Hot Topic Brief - Legionella Prevention with Water Management ProgramsTips for Meeting Legionella Requirements in Skilled Nursing FacilitiesAHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenarios: Legionella OutbreakAHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenario Teaching Tool – Legionella OutbreakCleaning and Disinfection of Medical EquipmentAHCA NCAL Clinical Scenario Cleaning and Disinfection of Shared Medical EquipmentAHCA NCAL Clinical Scenario Cleaning and Disinfection of Shared Medical Equipment – Teaching ToolTips for Meeting the Cleaning and Disinfection of Blood Glucose Meters Requirements in Skilled Nursing FacilitiesInfection Preventionist Hot Topic Brief: Spaulding Classification for Medical DevicesCandida Auris ResourcesAHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenario: Candida AurisAHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenario Teaching Tool: Candida AurisAHCA/NCAL Infection Preventionist Hot Topic Brief: Candida AurisToolkitsAntibiotic Stewardship ToolkitHand Hygiene Toolkit Enhanced Barrier Precautions Enhanced Barrier Precautions ToolkitEBP Frequently Asked Questions CDC - PPE Use in Nursing Homes to Prevent Spread of Multidrug-resistant OrganismsCDC Webinar - Implementation and Use of Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing HomesCDC - FAQs about Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Nursing HomesAHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenario - Enhanced Barrier PrecautionsAHCA/NCAL Clinical Scenario - Enhanced Barrier Precautions Teaching Tool Clinical Competencies Contracted Nurse Competency ProfileFacilities should utilize this resource to develop an initial competency profile of any new contract staff and then provide additional training and skills where need. Person-Centered Care Building Prevention Into Every Day Practice Behavioral Health Quick Guide to Behavioral Health Resources for LTC Fall Prevention AHCA Education: Falls Prevention Guide Additional Provider Resources Bundling ESRD Medications Questions? eMAIL REGULATORY@AHCA.ORG (Hidden) National Infection Prevention Forum This is a text area. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Integer rhoncus hendrerit purus non suscipit. Fusce velit quam, finibus vel mauris at, tempus sagittis ligula. White Inline LinkWhite Button