Project Firstline Mississippi
Project Firstline Mississippi provides innovative and accessible infection control education for all frontline healthcare workers so they can protect their patients, their coworkers, and themselves from infectious disease threats in healthcare.
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Do you know a healthcare worker in your community who inspires you to keep others safe from infection?
Ensuring that all healthcare personnel adhere to infection control recommendations is critical to preventing transmission of C. auris.
Follow the link in our bio to learn more about taking essential steps to enhance adherence.
🌟 Recognizing our exceptional Project Firstline MS Hero, Eleasicia Jenkins, CNA at Strides Rehabilitation-Delta Health Systems! 🎉
Her nominator kindly said,
"She’s the kindest, most caring and compassionate person you could ever meet. Her beautiful smile lights up every room she enters. Her patients love her. The care she provides makes every patient feel special. When she’s not at work, she dedicates herself fully to suicide awareness through her Pablo Suicide Awareness Foundation."
Do you know someone like Eleasicia? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS HERO today! Link in bio to nominate.
#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
This spooky season, watch out for lurking bacteria and germs! Remember to wash your hands and keep surfaces clean to fend off infections.
Stay safe and enjoy a frightfully fun Halloween!
#HappyHalloween #StayHealthy
Don`t let infection control be a nightmare! Just like Oogie Boogie, let`s roll out the tricks to keep those germs at bay. This Halloween, embrace the fear while staying healthy by practicing safe infection control.
Learn more at the link in bio.
⭐️ Congratulations to our next Project Firstline MS Hero, Braveen Ragunanthan, MD, MPH, FAAP, Pediatrician at Mound Bayou Health Department! 🎉
His nominator had this to say,
"Dr. Ragunanthan is one of the best pediatricians ever. He advocates for his patients and ensures they receive the best care from him or the specialists he refers them to. He listens, he cares and my daughter loves him. He ensures the child and parent are well informed during and after the visit regarding the child’s diagnosis. He strongly believes in promoting healthy eating habits, exercising and staying healthy."
Does Braveen remind you of someone you know? Link in bio to nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS Hero today!
#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstLineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
Now is the time to get updated vaccinations for respiratory virus season! Read Project Firstline’s updated Safe Healthcare blog post to learn more about how vaccination plays an important role in helping to keep you and your patients safe and healthy this fall and winter. Link in bio.
Stay ready this respiratory virus season. Equip your team with the latest infection control best practices using Project Firstline`s trainings and resources. Link in bio.
Celebrate Clean Hospitals Day! Today, we shine a spotlight on the vital role of healthcare environmental hygiene in patient safety. Let’s celebrate and empower the incredible environmental service workers and management dedicated to keeping our hospitals clean and safe every day. Join us in raising awareness for a healthier tomorrow! Learn more linked in bio!
🤩 Help us welcome Jessica Shaw Criddle, RN, at Tupelo Mississippi State Health Department as our next Project Firstline MS Hero! 🎉
Her nominator proudly mentioned,
"Jessica consistently goes above and beyond, not only for her patients but for the entire department. She makes sure to initiate safe health practices while ensuring every patient feels comfortable and cared for. Her warmth and dedication truly shine in the nursing profession. Whether caring for children or adults, she makes each patient feel welcome and well cared for. If there’s anyone who deserves this honor, it’s Jessica. She is the epitome of a safe practice nurse. "
Do you know someone like Jessica? Link in bio to nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today! #PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
Why are clean hands still important? On this #GlobalHandwashingDay, let’s reflect on the ongoing need for hand hygiene to prevent illness and save lives. Learn more linked in bio!
International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW), October 13-19, celebrates the importance of infection prevention and the role of IPs in protecting public health. Raise your voice and spread thanks to IPs around the world! Learn more: Link in bio! #IIPW
🌟 Celebrating our next remarkable Project Firstline MS Hero, Natache Tolar, RN, BSN, CIC, Infection Prevention/Employee Health at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Booneville! 🎉
Natache’s nominator kindly shared,
"Natache has served as our facility`s infection control nurse since the onset of the COVID pandemic, playing a crucial role in maintaining the highest safety standards. She is unafraid to be meticulous and challenge the status quo to protect our health and well-being. Her dedication and expertise have made a significant impact on our facility, leaving us feeling secure under her guidance."
Do you know someone like Natache? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS HERO today by clicking the link in our bio! #PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention
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