Nebraska ICAP & ASAP

Acute Care & Outpatient Monthly Webinar

When: 12 PM Central Time
Occurs the 2nd Wednesday of every month
Topic: Infection Prevention Updates for Acute Care and Outpatient Settings

Join Zoom Meetinghttps://unmc.zoom.us/j/98041355836?pwd=c3U3RTNNMm1nakRNNllrL0I5VzQ5Zz09
Meeting ID: 980 4135 5836Passcode: 917803
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he next webinar will be on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. Slides for that webinar will be posted here: Hospital – ICAP at approximately 11:30 am.

📣 NE ICAP: Now Scheduling Spring & Summer ICARs!

Nebraska ICAP is currently scheduling Infection Control Assessments of Risk (ICARs) for the spring and summer seasons.

🌟 Spots are limited, so facilities interested in receiving an ICAR should contact us soon to reserve a date!

📞 Call: 402‑552‑2881
📧 Email: [email protected]
🕗 Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (CST)

We look forward to supporting your facility’s infection prevention efforts!

📊 NEBRASKA OUTPATIENT ANTIBIOTIC TRENDS

Did you know? Nebraska ranked 10th highest in outpatient antibiotic prescribing in the U.S. in 2024. 🩺💊

Staying informed helps us all support better antibiotic stewardship!

👉 Check out the February issue of The Antimicrobial Advocate to learn more: https://asap.nebraskamed.com/2026/03/02/the-antimicrobial-advocate-volume-3-issue-2/

❓ What is CHARM?

Collaboration to Harmonize Antimicrobial Registry Measures — an initiative focused on improving antibiotic use through standardized, meaningful data.

Learn more here: 🔗 ferris.edu/charm.htm

Think Measles!
Be alert for measles in any patient who presents with a fever and rash — especially if they are:

• Unvaccinated for measles, or

• Recently traveled internationally (within the past 21 days)

The infographic below, created by PFL/AAP, is an excellent resource for all patient‑facing staff.

Tune in for NE ICAP's Long-Term Care Facility Webinar Information

When: 12:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
Occurs the 2nd Thursday at noon, CST
Topic: Long-term Care Webinar Series– DHHS & ICAP

Please click the link below to join the webinar: https://unmc.zoom.us/j/99057820437?pwd=MDdodTRPK0hOeG5xMU9vQmVPYncvQT09
Webinar ID: 990 5782 0437
Passcode: 385824

Slides for that webinar will be posted on our website at approximately 11:30am.
https://icap.nebraskamed.com/facilities/long-term-care/

Hospital & Outpatient Monthly Webinar
When: 12 PM Central Time

Occurs the 2nd Wednesday of every month

Topic: Infection Prevention Updates for Hospital and Outpatient Settings

Join Zoom Meeting
https://unmc.zoom.us/j/98041355836?pwd=c3U3RTNNMm1nakRNNllrL0I5VzQ5Zz09

Meeting ID: 980 4135 5836
Passcode: 917803

The next webinar will be on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Slides for that webinar will be posted here at approximately 11:30 am.

Are your staff practicing safe injection techniques?
Unsafe injection practices put both patients and healthcare workers at risk.
Give your team the training they need—quickly and at no cost.
NE ICAP offers a free online Safe Injection Practices module designed for frontline workers. In under an hour, earn a certificate of completion and CE credit.
👉 Learn anytime: https://icapasaplearning.nebraskamed.com/

micro-learns can be used to train your team on infection prevention and control. Available in English and Spanish.

Click the Link Below:
https://www.cdc.gov/project-firstline/hcp/training/micro-learn-wound.html

🩺 “Boost Your Dialysis Know‑How—One Module at a Time.

Educational Module Series: Enhance your expertise with our focused educational series designed for Infection Prevention professionals overseeing inpatient dialysis care.​
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📚 Modular Format – Take one ​
or all modules at your convenience​
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⏱️ Quick & Practical – Each ​
module is just 30 minutes​
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🎓 Earn Credit – Receive 0.5 CE ​
or a certificate of completion per module​
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Gain targeted knowledge to strengthen infection control practices in the dialysis setting.​

Learning Center – ICAP/ ASAP Education on Your Own Time:
https://icapasaplearning.nebraskamed.com/

Antibiotics are critical tools for treating certain infections, including those that can lead to sepsis. However, any time antibiotics are used, they can cause side effects and contribute to the development of drug resistance. Protect yourself from infections & preserve the power of antibiotics

https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/

Have a virus such as flu? You can feel better without antibiotics. Ask a healthcare professional about the best way to feel better while your body fights off the virus.

https://www.cdc.gov/antibiotic-use/

Reminder for those who attend the NE ICAP Hospital & Outpatient Monthly Webinars, there will not be a January webinar tomorrow.

Last week's LTC webinar featuring Dr. Rupp, brought together LTC, hospital, and outpatient audiences for an insightful discussion on leadership.​
Now posted on our website:
Click Here To View:
https://icap.nebraskamed.com/webinars/webinar-archive/