Infection Control Audit
Complete monthly.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Monthly
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Infection Control Nurse
- Total Items: 33
- Compliance: CDC Guidelines, Joint Commission, CMS
Hand Hygiene
Observe hand hygiene compliance.
- Observed Compliance Rate (%)
- Hand sanitizer available at point of care?
- Handwashing sinks properly stocked?
Isolation Precautions
Check isolation practices.
- Appropriate signage posted?
- PPE available outside rooms?
- Staff donning/doffing correctly?
Pre-Assessment Information
Initial assessment documentation and patient/facility identification
- Assessor Name / Credentials
- Assessment Date
- Department / Unit
- Assessment Type (Routine/Annual/Complaint)
- Previous assessment findings reviewed?
Infection Prevention & Control
Verify infection control practices per CDC and Joint Commission standards
- Hand hygiene compliance observed?
- Appropriate PPE available and properly used?
- Isolation precautions properly implemented?
- Sharps containers available and not overfilled?
- High-touch surfaces properly disinfected?
Patient Safety & Identification
Verify patient safety protocols and identification procedures
- Two patient identifiers used before procedures?
- Fall risk assessment completed?
- Call light within patient reach?
- Bed in lowest position with brakes locked?
Medication Safety & Management
Verify medication handling and administration practices
- Medications stored securely and at proper temperature?
- Controlled substances properly secured and counted?
- No expired medications in stock?
- High-alert medications properly labeled?
Environment of Care & Safety
Verify facility environment meets safety standards
- Fire exits clear and unobstructed?
- Emergency equipment functional and accessible?
- Spill kits available and stocked?
- Electrical cords and outlets in safe condition?
Documentation & Regulatory Compliance
Complete assessment documentation and ensure regulatory compliance
- All findings documented with evidence?
- Corrective actions assigned with timeline?
- Staff education provided on identified issues?
- Assessor Signature
- Additional Observations
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- Patient Identification Verification
- Safe Discharge Checklist
- Code Blue Readiness
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Restraint Monitoring
- Blood Transfusion Safety Check
- Suicide Risk Assessment
- Elopement Prevention
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Why Use This Infection Control Audit?
This infection control audit helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for infection control nurse professionals, this checklist covers 33 critical inspection points across 8 sections. Recommended frequency: monthly.
Ensures compliance with CDC Guidelines, Joint Commission, CMS. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Infection Control Audit cover?
This checklist covers 33 inspection items across 8 sections: Hand Hygiene, Isolation Precautions, Pre-Assessment Information, Infection Prevention & Control, Patient Safety & Identification, Medication Safety & Management, Environment of Care & Safety, Documentation & Regulatory Compliance. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed monthly. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this Infection Control Audit?
This checklist is designed for Infection Control Nurse 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.