In the past, infection preventionists (IP) have been portrayed only as subject matter experts. However, as the role has evolved and scope of responsibilities have expanded, there are leadership qualities that are a necessary companion to technical expertise to truly be proficient as an IP with today’s healthcare demands. In this presentation, we will discuss why leadership development is essential to successful IP practice and focusing on these skills can create a path to executive leadership.

Learning Objectives:

• Define role and scope of infection preventionists.
• Learn about the present Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) Competency Model.
• Define leadership in the context of infection prevention.
• Discuss strategies to help improve leadership skills in preparation to become a healthcare executive.

This webinar is free and eligible for 1 ACHE Qualified Education credit. Credits can be self-reported at My ACHE.

Speakers:

Jill E. Holdsworth, CIC, FAPIC, NREMT, Manager, Infection Prevention, Emory University Hospital Midtown

Chaz Rhone, MPH, CIC, FAPIC, Assistant Vice President, Infection Prevention, HCA Healthcare, North Florida Division

Devin Jopp, EdD, Chief Executive Officer, Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC)

ACHE Qualifying Education Credit 

This activity is eligible for 1 ACHE Qualifying Education credit toward earning or maintaining your FACHE credential. 

Credits must be self-reported at My ACHE upon completion of this activity.