Infection Preventionist Onboarding Checklist

Welcome to the Infection Preventionist (IP) Onboarding Checklist! 


This comprehensive checklist template is designed to guide the onboarding of infection prevention professionals through the essential steps, knowledge areas, and ongoing responsibilities required to effectively manage and prevent infections within healthcare facilities. The template can be adapted and customized to align with job setting, organizational goals, and role-specific purpose and responsibilities.


The checklist is divided into several sections, each focusing on different aspects of infection prevention and control (IPC). By following this checklist, you will gain a thorough understanding of IPC practices, meet key personnel, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Periodically review and update the checklist to reflect any changes in IPC guidelines, standards, or organizational practices.


Recommended timeline for completion based on IP Competency Level:
Novice and Becoming Proficient: within 90 days of hire
Proficient/Expert/Leader: within 30 days of hire

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Continuing Education (CE) Credit: 

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In support of improving patient care, The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology, Inc. (APIC) is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 

 Nursing: 

  • APIC designates this activity for 0 Nursing Contact Hours 

 

Physicians: 

  • APIC designates this live course activity for a maximum of 0 PRA Category 1 Credits™ 
  • Physicians should claim only the credits commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

 

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IPUs: 

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2025 Pre-Course Required Question: Novice Roadmap for the Infection Preventionist
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