ICU Infection Control and Patient Safety Daily Inspection Checklist
This checklist supports ICU healthcare-associated infection (HAI) prevention per CDC National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) bundles, Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, and CMS Conditions of Participation. Designed for ICU charge nurses and infection control practitioners.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily
- Estimated Time: 20-25 minutes
- Role: ICU Charge Nurse / Infection Control Practitioner
- Total Items: 23
- Compliance: CDC NHSN Healthcare-Associated Infection Prevention Bundles, The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, APIC Guidelines for Infection Prevention and Control, CMS 42 CFR Part 482 Hospital Conditions of Participation
Central Line Bundle (CLABSI Prevention)
Central line care bundle compliance to prevent CLABSI.
- Hand hygiene compliance observed before central line access?
- All central line dressings intact, labeled with insertion date, and not soiled?
- Hub disinfection (scrub the hub) performed before each access?
- Medical necessity for all central lines reviewed and documented daily?
Urinary Catheter Bundle (CAUTI Prevention)
Foley catheter care bundle compliance.
- Urinary catheter necessity reviewed for all catheterized patients?
- Urinary drainage bags below bladder level and not resting on floor?
- Catheters secured to patient to prevent traction or pulling?
- Perineal care provided per protocol for all catheterized patients?
Ventilator Bundle (VAP Prevention)
Ventilator-associated pneumonia prevention bundle.
- Head-of-bed elevation 30-45 degrees for all ventilated patients?
- Oral care protocol completed every 2-4 hours for all ventilated patients?
- Daily sedation vacation assessed and documented for all ventilated patients?
- Daily weaning assessment / spontaneous breathing trial completed?
Isolation and Contact Precautions
Isolation room compliance and contact precaution implementation.
- Isolation signage present on all rooms requiring precautions?
- Required PPE available outside isolation rooms?
- Dedicated patient care equipment (stethoscope, BP cuff) in isolation rooms?
- Visitors instructed on isolation precautions?
Environmental Cleaning
ICU room cleaning and terminal cleaning compliance.
- All ICU rooms cleaned per protocol using EPA-registered disinfectant?
- High-touch surfaces (bed rails, IV pumps, light switches) disinfected?
- Terminal cleaning completed for all discharged/transferred patients?
- Infection control concerns or HAI events to report
Patient Safety
General ICU patient safety checks.
- No critical alarms silenced or unacknowledged for more than 5 minutes?
- High-alert medication infusions (heparin, insulin) double-checked per policy?
- Fall prevention measures in place for at-risk patients?
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Why Use This ICU Infection Control and Patient Safety Daily Inspection Checklist?
This icu infection control and patient safety daily inspection checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for icu charge nurse / infection control practitioner professionals, this checklist covers 23 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: daily.
Ensures compliance with CDC NHSN Healthcare-Associated Infection Prevention Bundles, The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, APIC Guidelines for Infection Prevention and Control, CMS 42 CFR Part 482 Hospital Conditions of Participation. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ICU Infection Control and Patient Safety Daily Inspection Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 23 inspection items across 6 sections: Central Line Bundle (CLABSI Prevention), Urinary Catheter Bundle (CAUTI Prevention), Ventilator Bundle (VAP Prevention), Isolation and Contact Precautions, Environmental Cleaning, Patient Safety. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily. Each completion takes approximately 20-25 minutes.
Who should use this ICU Infection Control and Patient Safety Daily Inspection Checklist?
This checklist is designed for ICU Charge Nurse / Infection Control Practitioner professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.