Help us welcome Misty Boyle, AEMT at LifeCare Ambulance as our next Project Firstline MS Hero! 🎉

Her nominator proudly mentioned,

“I wanted to nominate Misty, recognizing excellence in healthcare safety and hygiene practices. As an Advanced EMT, Misty goes above and beyond in prioritizing hand hygiene, using proper PPE, cleaning and disinfecting surfaces and devices diligently, and disposing of medical waste appropriately. Not only does she excel in these areas herself, but she also goes out of her way to help and guide others in doing the same. Misty`s dedication to maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and her colleagues is truly commendable. I believe she is a shining example of what it means to be a healthcare professional who consistently puts the well-being of others first.”

Do you know someone like Misty? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today! Comment on our nomination posts or at follow link in bio! #PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention

By educating patients and visitors about infection prevention basics (e.g., hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, and staying home when sick), you can help stop the spread of infection. | Link in bio

Happy Earth Day 2024! This #EarthDay, take the time to review and reinforce infection prevention protocols in your healthcare setting.

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🌟 Recognizing our exceptional Project Firstline MS Hero, Devan Simpson, AEMT at LifeCare Ambulance! 🎉

Devan’s nominator had this to say:

"I am writing to nominate Devan for the recognition of his exceptional commitment to safety protocols in the medical field. As an Advanced EMT, Devan consistently demonstrates a rigorous adherence to best practices that ensure the well-being of both patients and healthcare providers. Moreover, he consistently utilizes proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves, gowns, and eye protection to minimize cross-contamination risks and safeguard against hazardous materials. Devan`s unwavering commitment to upholding stringent safety measures not only reflects his professionalism but also underscores his genuine concern for the welfare of both patients and colleagues. I wholeheartedly believe that his contributions merit recognition as they embody the highest standards of excellence in healthcare practice."

Do you know someone like Devan? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today! Comment on our nomination posts or follow the link in our bio! #PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention

The future is evolving: The laboratory workforce remains resilient in the face of continually emerging public health threats, responding with poise and demonstrating versatility as its responsibilities in diagnostic testing expand. #TheFutureIsLab

Medical Laboratory Professionals Week is April 14-20. 🥼🔬

We celebrate laboratory professionals who protect our future by skillfully adapting to meet today`s evolving patient care and public health challenges with resilience, innovation and expertise. #TheFutureIsLab #LabWeek #medicallaboratoryprofessionalsweek

Know an amazing laboratory professional? 🧑‍🔬 Tag them below! 👇

🌟 Congratulations to Melissa Campbell , LPN at Methodist Healthcare for being recognized as a Project Firstline MS Hero! 🎉

Her nominator kindly said:

“She is compassionate and always willing to help others. She has over 20 years in healthcare experience. She does good deeds without looking for recognition.”

#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstlineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention

Does Melissa remind you of someone you know? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO by clicking the link in our bio!

🌟 A Big welcome to our newest Project Firstline MS Hero, Brittany Wilkins, EMS with AMR!

Her nominator proudly mentioned,

“Brittany is one of the finest and most down-to-earth paramedics you will ever meet. She will make your worst day feel like the best! Not only does she go out of her way for her community and the people she serves, but for her coworkers and fellow first responders as well. She is one of the best paramedics and one of the best EMS instructors you will ever meet. Within my time of knowing Brittany, I have learned what it means to be in the EMS field and being in it for the right reasons. I have also learned what it means to be a part of a family that’s bigger than just blood, but a family that will always have your back.”

#PFLHERO #ProjectFirstLineMSHERO #TeamInfectionPrevention

Does Brittany remind you of someone you know? Nominate YOUR Project First Line HERO here! https://projectfirstlinems.org/pfl-hero-nomination/

The @cdcgov has issued a Health Alert Nework (HAN) Advisory on the increase in global and domestic #measles cases and outbreaks.

It`s important as healthcare workers to know the signs and symptoms to look for measles in patients.

Click the link in bio to learn more about the increase in measles cases.

Don`t let these germs fool you, take infection control actions! 🦠 Link in bio!

#AprilFoolsDay #PFL #ProjectFirstlineMS

One of the best practices a healthcare worker can take when feeling unwell is to stay home. Don`t put your patients and coworkers at risk of your illness. Take care of yourself so that you can take care of others!

Did you know…

Every year, unsafe injection practices by US healthcare providers—like syringe reuse and misuse of medication vials— cause outbreaks. Check out these injection safety guidelines from CDC linked in bio!