Procedure groups and codes have been reviewed and updated. View the list in the Surgical Site Infection (SSI) Module under SUPPORT MATERIALS . Read more...
Several chapters/modules in the VICNISS manual have been reviewed and should be used commencing January 2019. Click on the link for a summary of changes. Read more...
The CPE TRA list has recently been updated on 8 February 2019 Read more...
A new resource is now available providing a guide to how VICNISS assess prophylactic antibiotics as either optimal, adequate, inadequate or unknown. Read more...
In the light of recent events we would like to encourage reporting of new and emerging pathogens of significance to VICNISS. This will allow a rapid assessment of recommendations for state wide surveillance strategies if these are deemed necessary. Read more...
VICNISS recently held information sessions to facilitate the commencement of healthcare associated infection surveillance in private hospitals. These workshops gave an overview of the amended legislation regarding the reporting of infections by private hospitals and the role of VICNISS as the agency supporting this change. Participants were introduced to the VICNISS team, specifically Maree Sommerville who is the project lead. Read more...
Last month several of the VICNISS team travelled to Brisbane for the 2018 Australasian College for Infection Prevention and Control Conference. Click on the link to see a summary of key points Read more...
The Ageing and Skin Health Seminar was held at The Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity, on Tuesday 25th September 2018. Specific topics included Pressure Injury Prevention, Acute versus Chronic Infections, Why an Aseptic Technique, Antimicrobial Stewardship and much more. Presentations and video recordings are now available. Read more...
VICNISS, the National Centre for Antimicrobial Prescribing (NCAS) and the Guidance Group continue to collaborate in the development and evaluation of the Aged Care National Antimicrobial Prescribing Survey (acNAPS). acNAPS is a quality improvement survey that aims to reduce infections, improve the use of antimicrobials and thereby reduce the SERIOUS threat of antimicrobial resistance. Funding is provided by the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Healthcare. In 2018, it can be undertaken on any single day between Friday 1st June and Friday 31st August. Read more...
