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Infection Control Training for IDD Settings

A complete, nurse-created infection control training designed for DSPs, IDD nurses, and agency leaders.

This resource provides clear, step-by-step guidance to prevent infections, reduce outbreaks, and improve compliance in group homes and day programs.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

âś” Standard & transmission-based precautions
âś” Common infections (Flu, COVID, MRSA, C. diff, UTIs, pneumonia, etc.)
âś” Sepsis recognition training (CRITICAL)
âś” TB & PPD administration (nurse section included)
âś” Cleaning & disinfecting protocols
âś” Laundry infection control
âś” Sharps safety + exposure procedures
âś” Day program infection control
âś” When to call the nurse guidelines
âś” Documentation & reporting guidance
âś” 10-question quiz + answer key
âś” DSP competency sign-off

60+ pages of structured training

WHO THIS IS FOR

âś” IDD / OPWDD Nurses
âś” DSPs (Direct Support Professionals)
âś” Nurse Educators
âś” Agency Supervisors
âś” Group homes & day programs

WHY THIS MATTERS

Infection control failures lead to:
Outbreaks
Hospitalizations
Sepsis
Staff illness

This training helps:
âś” Reduce infection spread
âś” Improve staff confidence
âś” Ensure compliance
âś” Protect vulnerable individuals

REAL-WORLD TRAINING FOCUS

Includes high-impact sections like:
Sepsis recognition (life-saving)
When to call the nurse
Behavior changes as infection signs (IDD-specific)
C. diff & norovirus protocols (often missed)

INSTANT DOWNLOAD
âś” Digital product
âś” Download immediately
âś” Print or use digitally
âś” Reuse for staff training

⚠️ DISCLAIMER
Created by a Registered Nurse.
Always follow agency policies and provider orders.