The infection control department‘s
main goal is: To reduce the risk of nosocomial
infections among patients, staff and visitors.
The
Infection Control Program is responsible for:
- Surveillance activities to assess current status
- Prevention activities to avoid spread of infections
- Control activities to monitor and ensure compliance with
policies and procedures
- Education and training to hospital personnel
Infection
Control Committee:
The Committee has a multidisciplinary representation
to ensure that decisions are in the best interest of patient
care. It sets hospital wide policies and standard procedures
for patient care practices as well as occupational health
issues.
Its
major members are:
- Representative of the Board of Directors
- Chairman of Medical Committee
- Infection Control Officer
- Nursing Director
- Operating Room Supervisor
- Laboratory Doctor
- Chairman of Anesthesia Department
- Pharmacist
- Representative of the Administration
- Dietitian
In addition to guest members from different departments based
on discussed issues.
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