Community Sharing CSED0032

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Author(s): Leo Clayton, BSN, RN, PCCN, CCRN-CSC, Lauren Grip, BSN, RN, CCRN, PCCN, ECMO, Shavonne Sanchez, BSN, RN Jeanette Vereecke, BSN, RN, CCRN-CSC-CMC, PCCN

CERP C 0.50

Expires Sep 10, 2027

Topics: Cardiovascular, Skin/Wound Care, Quality Improvement

Population: Adult

Role: APRN, Staff

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Activity Summary

The team decreased LVAD driveline infections by implementing a prevention bundle that included patient and staff education. Infections decreased 13% and readmission rates decreased 16% accomplishing an estimated fiscal impact of $709,500.

Objectives

  • Discuss the interventions and implementation of the change project
  • Discuss the goals and outcomes of the change project

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