The HAI Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program keeps healthcare facilities and their patients safe from infections through collaboration and targeted outreach. Our team of infection prevention experts provide education and consultation to healthcare providers and facilities throughout Oregon.
Infection control prevents or stops the spread of infections in healthcare settings. Preventing infections requires applying strategies and protocols to stop the spread of diseases within healthcare facilities.
Responsive Consults
Responsive consults are available to healthcare facilities like dental clinics, dialysis centers, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and outpatient offices. We offer
guidance and support when there is an outbreak or infection control problem. Our team of experts will give you personalized recommendations for your specific situation to identify infection control breaches and areas for improvement.
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ICAR (Infection Control Assessment and Response) Consults
Our ICAR program offers proactive
voluntary consultations to healthcare facilities like dental clinics, dialysis centers, long-term care facilities, hospitals, and outpatient offices. ICAR tools are used to systematically assess a healthcare facility’s IPC practices and guide quality improvement activities (e.g., by addressing identified gaps). They are designed to
help you improve infection prevention practices before a problem arises.
During an ICAR consultation, here's what you can expect:
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Requesting the Consultation: When your facility requests an ICAR consultation, your regional infection preventionist (IP) will promptly reach out to you. We'll discuss your areas of interest and gather preliminary data to ensure our assessment is tailored to your specific needs.
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Assessment and Discussion: We will then arrange a meeting with you, either virtually or in person, where our IP will conduct a comprehensive assessment alongside you. We'll discuss any areas of concern, observe care provided and answer any questions you have. Our goal is to identify actionable opportunities for improvement and enhance your infection control measures.
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Recommendations and Feedback: After the assessment, we will provide you with detailed recommendations to strengthen your infection prevention practices. We'll also send you a survey to gather feedback on your experience and the effectiveness of our process. We value your input and want to make sure our program meets your needs.
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Follow-up and Ongoing Support: If you have any questions or need further clarification, our IP team will be available to provide follow-up support. We encourage you to maintain an ongoing relationship with us, as we are here to assist you with any future infection prevention concerns or inquiries.
Participating in an ICAR consultation demonstrates your commitment to maintaining a safe environment for your facility. We are dedicated to supporting you every step of the way and helping you implement best practices in infection prevention.
To request a consultation with one of our infection prevention experts, use the link below. We will review your request and get in touch with you to start the process.
We are committed to supporting healthcare facilities in preventing infections. When you request a consultation, you are taking proactive steps to protect your staff and patients. Our team is here to provide valuable guidance and resources to help your facility improve.
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Meet the Infection Prevention Team
The OHA infection prevention team is comprised of infection preventionists located throughout the state. They are trained in infection prevention with a background in nursing. In addition, the an infection prevention epidemiologist supports facilities and LPHAs in responding to infection prevention breaches or outbreaks.
Want to get in touch?
Email us at HAI@odhsoha.oregon.gov
Infection Prevention Resources