Overview
Infection preventionists design surveillance, isolation and environmental strategies to reduce transmission of pathogens and protect patients and staff in healthcare settings.
Surveillance and Response
They monitor infection metrics, investigate clusters, implement control measures and coordinate outbreak responses with clinical and public health partners.
Education and Policy
Infection preventionists develop policies, train staff on hand hygiene and PPE and evaluate interventions such as antimicrobial stewardship and environmental cleaning.
Qualifications and Impact
Often nurses or microbiologists with certification in infection control, they combine epidemiology, laboratory liaison and behavior change strategies to improve patient safety.