For hospice clinicians, proper hand hygiene isn't just a good practice – it's a critical lifeline for our most vulnerable patients. This video, specifically designed for hospice nurses, aides, and therapists, dives deep into why consistent and correct handwashing is the cornerstone of infection control in hospice care.

In this video, you'll learn:
- The Ubiquity of Germs: Understand how easily germs are spread through everyday contact and why our hands are prime vectors for transmission in a healthcare setting.
- Protecting Our Fragile Patients: Discover the vital role hand hygiene plays in safeguarding hospice patients, who are often immunocompromised and highly susceptible to infections. We emphasize how it prevents germ transmission between patients, caregivers, and the environment.
- The Foundation of Infection Control: Explore the origins and core principles of hand hygiene, tracing its historical significance and highlighting key concepts that underpin effective practice today.
- Best Practices for Hospice Settings: Reinforce the essential steps and moments for handwashing and sanitizing, tailored to the unique environment of hospice care, whether in a patient's home, a facility, or an inpatient unit.
- Effective hand hygiene protects not only our patients but also caregivers and their families. Elevate your practice and enhance patient safety by mastering this fundamental skill.

Who this video is for:
- Hospice Nurses (RNs, LPNs)
- Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) / Hospice Aides
- Social Workers
- Chaplains
- Therapists (PT, OT, ST)
- Volunteer Coordinators and Volunteers
- Any hospice professional involved in direct or indirect patient care.
Join us to reinforce your commitment to patient safety through impeccable hand hygiene!

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