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APIC Toolkit for Rural and Isolated Settings

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This toolkit was developed by members of APIC’s 2021 Professional Development Committee as a resource to provide practical support for infection preventionists (IPs) working in rural or otherwise isolated settings. It is not uncommon, even for the most experienced IPs within larger urban acute care settings, to share that they felt isolated when starting in the IP role.

While initially it seems daunting, being an IP is a great career, especially if you like to learn and embrace professional development. This toolkit provides a variety of practical resources, networks, strategies, and tips for IPs working in isolated contexts, in any healthcare setting, to develop and sustain effective infection prevention and control (IPC) programs and connect with other IPs who can help them launch, navigate, and grow careers as IPs.

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