The Jefferson College of Nursing is hosting the Second National Nursing Symposium on Antibiotic Resistance and Stewardship on November 18th 10:00am-2:30pm (EST). This is a free virtual event offering 4CEs. The agenda is below. Topics are pertinent to all IPs, most notably Dr. Bearman's talk on Future Past: HAI Prevention-Evolving Challenges, Leading and Thriving in Times of Change. Please share this information far and wide with your colleagues, other APIC chapters, and on your social media channels! The more the merrier! Any questions please contact Mary Lou Manning PhD, CRNP, CIC, AL-CIP, FAPIC, FSHEA at Jefferson (marylou.manning@jefferson.edu). 

JOIN US FOR AN EDUCATIONAL DINNER EVENT IN THE CITY AND LEARN ABOUT THE ADVANCEMENTS IN MOLECULAR DIAGNOSTICS. CEPHEID AND DVP APIC WILL BE HOSTING A CHAPTER EVENT AT OCEAN PRIME IN PHILADELPHIA ON NOVEMBER 6, 2025 AT 6PM. MORE INFO BELOW.

HAPPY FALL TO OUR MEMBERS OF CHAPTER 015! REGISTER TODAY FOR OUR AUTUMN CHAPTER MEETING - WE WILL BE JOINING CHAPTER 134 TO CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL INFECTION PREVENTION WEEK (IIPW)!

REMINDER: YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS WEBINAR ON THE NEW TJC360 MODULE, THE HIGHEST RISK IP STANDARDS IDENTIFIED OVER THE LAST YEAR, AND MORE! REGISTER TODAY FOR THIS SEPTEMBER 25TH VIRTUAL EVENT.

SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR FALL EDUCATIONAL IN-PERSON MEETING! WE WILL BE JOINED BY OUR IP COLLEAGUES FROM CHAPTER 134 FOR A COLLABORATIVE EVENT.

INTERESTED IN PRODUCT DISCUSSIONS? JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL DISCUSSION ON A NEWLY APPROVED HIGH-LEVEL DISINFECTANT FOAM FOR OPHTHALMIC DEVICES. 

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE 14TH ANNUAL FLEMING INFECTION PREVENTION AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES SYMPOSIUM!

READY TO NETWORK AT OUR SUMMER CHAPTER MEETING? REGISTER TODAY FOR THE JULY 25TH MEETING. DETAILS INCLUDED ON THE FLYER.

LOOKING FOR FREE CE? JOIN DVP APIC AND GOJO FOR A VIRTUAL EDUCATIONAL OFFERING ON JULY 17. DETAILS AVAILABLE IN THE EVENT FLYER BELOW.

JOIN US FOR A VIRTUAL EDUCATIONAL OFFERING ON JULY 10. YOU CAN REGISTER VIA THE QR CODE FOR EVENT DETAILS.

JOIN US FOR THE NEXT CHAPTER EDUCATIONAL DINNER EVENT ON JUNE 24TH FROM 6-9PM AT SEASONS 52 IN KING OF PRUSSIA!

SAVE THE DATE FOR THE NEXT EDUCATIONAL DINNER EVENT HOSTED BY OUR PARTNERS AT BD. 1 IPU WILL BE OFFERED. COME OUT AND JOIN US IN THE CITY!

 JOIN US FOR THE NEXT IN-PERSON CHAPTER MEETING AT JEFFERSON ABINGTON HOSPITAL ON APRIL 11TH 

SAVE THE DATE - Registration details will be shared as we get closer to the event.

Join the Chapter for an In-Person Education Offering!

Date: March 27, 2025 from 6:30PM to 8:00PM

Location: Founding Farmers in King of Prussia, PA

Education Title: Mastering Modern Sterile Techniques: A Deep Dive into the New AORN Guidelines

Join DVP APIC for a virtual Chapter meeting! 

Date: February 13, 2025

Time: 12:00-1:45pm

We’ll be starting the educational session at noon followed by a short Q&A. We’ll finish with a quick business meeting to update you on the chapter happenings. All attendees will receive 1 free IPU!!

Educational Offering Topic Provided by Arrow: A Review of Midlines

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Microsoft Teams Information: Meeting ID 291 914 431 539 , Password uM7rM7tD

***In-Person Chapter 15 Celebration Dinner***

DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 2025

TIME: 5:30PM

LOCATION: MAGGIANO'S IN KING OF PRUSSIA (160 N Gulph Rd Ste 205, King Of Prussia, PA 19406)

• The Chapter 015 Board of 2024 is sponsoring a FREE membership dinner at Maggiano’s in King of Prussia on February 5^th at 5:30 PM.  
• This event is our way of expressing gratitude to all our members for being a part of our chapter. It also provides an excellent opportunity for us to connect in a relaxed and informal setting.
• Please click on this link https://forms.office.com/r/6PkpY62rt9 or the QR code below and submit your information by January 25^th if you can attend.
• We would love to see as many people as possible come out and join us!

In-Person Education Dinner Event 

DATE: JANUARY 30, 2025

TIME: 6:45PM

LOCATION: DANIEL'S RESTAURANT, 16 E. 1ST AVE., CONSHOHOCKEN, PA 19428

All Attendees will receive 1 IPU

RSVP to Andrew McGarry by January 20 at: andrew.mcgarry@stryker.com

Dinner Presentation

DATE: September 25, 2024

TIME:  6:00 - 7:00PM

LOCATION:   Season's 52, 160 N. Gulph Rd #101, King of Prussia, PA 19406

Join us for an educational dinner event with HMP Global on Optimizing Skin Prep Selection. Although the event time on the flyer says 6-7pm, we will have the space until 8:30pm to enjoy our dinners and network with one another. 1 CEU will be provided by HMP Global. Space is limited to 35 guests so register today!

To register, please RSVP to Megan.Cook1@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu

 LEARNING OBJECTIVES
• Recognize the importance of selecting an appropriate antiseptic for surgical skin prep.
• Identify patient considerations, surgical site location, and surgical factors that impact antiseptic selection.
• Analyze the safety factors that must be taken into account when selecting an antiseptic for skin prep.
• Compare and contrast the different types of antiseptics available and determine which is appropriate for specific surgical procedures.
• Select an appropriate antiseptic for skin prep to improve patient outcomes and lower risk of surgical site infections.

Supported by HMP Global.

Virtual Event:  Navigating the Path to Publishing

Date:  September 26, 2024

Time: 12:00 - 1:00PM EST

This session will focus on empowering professionals with the skills and knowledge to navigate the world of publishing. From understanding the nuances of manuscript preparation to selecting the right journals and mastering the submission process, our expert speaker will provide practical tips and strategies to enhance your publication journey. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your research and contribute to the broader field of infection control.

With your attendance you will receive 1 CEU under the domain Education and Research

There is no RSVP necessary - just add this to your calendar and you're ready to attend!

About the speaker:

Linda Laskowski-Jones is the Editor-in-Chief of Nursing for Wolters Kluwer. She received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in nursing from the University of Delaware, and a post-master’s Certificate in Nursing Administration. She completed the Executive Track in Managing Healthcare Delivery at Harvard Business School. Her professional nursing experience spans clinical nursing, advanced practice, education, and leadership. She served as the Vice President of Emergency and Trauma Services at Christiana Care Health System in Wilmington, Delaware, as well as in other clinical, education, advanced practice and leadership roles. Linda is a trauma center site reviewer for state trauma center accreditation, a member of the Delaware Trauma System Committee and is the State Chair of the Trauma Quality Evaluation Committee and has expertise in state trauma system development. She is currently appointed to the Advanced Practice Committee of the Delaware Board of Nursing and has served as both a member and past president of the Board. She is also a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing. Linda is on the Editorial Boards of the Journal of Emergency Nursing and International Emergency Nursing (UK) and has served on the Editorial Board of the Journal of Trauma Nursing. She is on the Publication Committee of the Wilderness Medical Society. Linda is an author and national speaker on emergency, trauma, and wilderness topics. She is Past-President of the Delaware Emergency Nurses Association.

Microsoft Teams Meeting

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In-Person Chapter Meeting - Save the Date!

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In-Person Dinner Presentation

DATE: Wednesday, August 7, 2024

TIME:  6:00 - 8:30PM

LOCATION:   Season's 52, 160 N. Gulph Rd #101, King of Prussia, PA 19406

In-Person Chapter Meeting

DATE: Friday, April 12, 2024

TIME:  Estimated 8:45am - 3:30pm

LOCATION:   MLH Corporate Offices, 240 North Radnor Chester Road; Radnor, PA 19087

Please RSVP Here by 3/29/2024

DVP APIC Member Orientation Session

DATE: Tuesday, March 26, 2024

TIME:  11:00am-12:00pm EST

Registration is not required, however please add it to your calendar so you don't miss this opportunity. Also, while this is aimed at new members, all chapter members are welcome to join if they would benefit from this information.

To download to your Outlook Calendar, download from here (righthand side):  DVP APIC Membership Orientation - APIC Connect

Invitation_DVP_APIC_member_orientation_2024.pdf

Cleaning and Disinfection in Rehabilitative and Dialysis Settings

DATE:  Thursday, March 21, 2024

TIME:  12:30PM-1:30PM

THE SCOOP ON POOP 
Presented by Arielle Allen in Partnership with PA Project Firstline
DATE: November 30, 2023
TIME: 12pm - 1pm EST
COST: $0 for members and non-members.

Zoom Meeting ID:  974 4252 0326

This presentation focuses on gastroenteric diseases in long-term care facilities (LTCFs), with a specific emphasis on comparing the epidemiology and infection control practices of two common pathogens: norovirus and C. difficile. The presentation provides a comprehensive overview of the burden, transmission routes, clinical manifestations, diagnostic methods, and infection prevention strategies for both norovirus and C. difficile. By examining these two pathogens side by side, frontline workers in LTCFs can gain valuable insights into the similarities and differences between these diseases and enhance their understanding of effective infection control practices in this setting.

Calendar invite - The Scoop on Poop

UV-C DISINFECTION
DATE: December 14, 2023
TIME: 12pm - 1pm EST
COST: $0 for members and non-members.

Zoom Meeting ID:  954 4768 6428

Join us as Andrew Wieder, regional director of Surfacide, gives the DVP APIC Chapter an overview of the current state of UV-C technology and it’s applications in healthcare.

Calendar invite - UVC Disinfection

In-person Chapter Meeting

Date:  Friday, October 13, 2023
Time:  11:00am - 3:00pm EST
Location:  1101 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA

RSVP required to attend:  October 13th APIC Meeting - RSVP form (office.com)

PDF Llink:  2023_Oct_inperson_meeting.pdf

AAMI Fall Standards Update

Date:  September 21, 2023

Time:  12:00pm EST

Zoom Meeting ID: 845 3299 4037

Zoom Link: https://apic.zoom.us/j/84532994037?pwd=UmZzWmZiNGNWZWpZbGxpUXJ2OTRJQT09

Password: APIC4U

                      Please join DelVal Phila APIC as we get the latest update on AAMI standards from Bethany Phillips.

Bethany Phillips MPH, CIC, MLS (ASCP)^CM has worked in infection prevention (IP) for over ten years in both the adult and pediatric settings. She currently serves as Director of Infection Prevention & Control for Children's Medical Center Dallas in Dallas, Texas.  She has been an active member of the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) since 2016. She previously served at Dallas-Fort Worth APIC chapter for two years as co-chair of the Professional Advancement Committee and is currently the vice chair of national APIC Practice Guidance Committee (PGC). Through her role on PGC she has been a liaison to the Association of the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) since 2019 where she serves on the workgroups developing and revising AAMI guidance documents.