Julie Richards
Julie M. Richards, MSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC, is a certified infection preventionist and has practiced in a variety of healthcare settings. She is passionate about training and educating others to increase awareness of infection prevention and control (IPC). She works to advocate for IPC not only in healthcare settings but in the general public. Besides her full-time IPC job, she serves as a consultant.

Latest Posts by Julie Richards
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Housekeeping Is Your Partner
The work of housekeepers in healthcare settings is crucial to ensuring a culture of infection prevention and contorl
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The Culture of Infection Prevention and Control at a Healthcare Facility
The primary role of infection prevention and control (IPC) in healthcare settings is to reduce the risk of patients acquiring a healthcare-associated infection (HAI) and to protect patients and staff from transmission of pathogens.
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How Healthcare Facilities Can Reduce Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens
When it comes to bloodborne pathogens, it is critical to have a plan in place to protect all patients and staff.
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How Infection Preventionists Help Create Safe Healthcare Environments
An infection preventionist ensures healthcare workers and patients are doing everything they should to prevent infections.
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Is Your Facility Prepared for the Next Pandemic?
Is your facility prepared for the next pandemic? An expert in infection prevention weighs in on what healthcare facilities should be doing now to prepare.