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University of Nebraska Medical Center
University of Nebraska Medical Center

Tag: infection control

infection control, infection prevention, isolation

Infection Prevention & Epidemiology Isolation Updates- Fall 2026

This module covers key updates to new isolation guidance in relation to patient infection flags.

Sep 1, 2026

Isolation
communicable diseases, global center for health security, hazard, infection control, PPE, Prevention, risk, team safety, US Public Health Service

Risk Assessment and Deployment: Section One

This module provides valuable information on how high-consequence infectious diseases impact risk assessment and offers recommendations for preventing and managing infections in public health settings, with a particular focus on the deployment of public health workers. Updated 2026

Sep 15, 2023

Module screenshot showing COVID-19 as an example of a highly contagious infectious disease
communicable diseases, global center for health security, hazard, infection control, PPE, risk, team safety, US Public Health Service

Risk Assessment and Deployment: Section Two

This module provides valuable information on how high-consequence infectious diseases impact risk assessment and offers recommendations for preventing and managing infections in public health settings, with a particular focus on the deployment of public health workers. Updated 2026

Sep 15, 2023

Module screenshot showing managing risk and a floorplan
communicable diseases, global center for health security, hazard, infection control, PPE, Prevention, risk, team safety, US Public Health Service

Team Dynamics and Creating a Safe Working Environment

This module describes team-based challenges, stressors, and risk points for working in high-risk environments. This module also identifies the use of teamwork tools designed to improve team performance and communication skills. Updated 2026

Sep 15, 2023

Module screenshot showing icons for team members, goals, and roles
communicable diseases, decision-making, ethics, global center for health security, infection control, long term care, PPE, TSQC, US Public Health Service, zoning

Ethical Concerns and Zones of Contamination

This module covers the basics of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) decision-making when deployed to a Long-Term Care Facility (LTCF), including applying appropriate Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) measures related to personal protective equipment (PPE). It also covers ethical principles that might come into conflict when trying to prevent the spread of infection. Updated 2026

Jan 24, 2023

Module screenshot showing moving through different zones.
ambulance draping, communicable diseases, coordination, infection control, loading, patient transport, plane transport, TSQC, unloading

EMS Mortuary Services: Transport Operations

This module describes the critical logistical elements of the pre-transport, operational, and post-transport phases. The module will also cover proper infection control concepts, including zones of contamination, that are critical to the three phases of transport: pre-transport, operational, and post-transport.

Jul 12, 2021