Revitalizing the infection prevention workforce with a fellowship program for underrepresented groups

Infect Control Hosp Epidemiol. 2023 Dec;44(12):2050-2051. doi: 10.1017/ice.2023.38. Epub 2023 Jul 3.

Abstract

Infection preventionist (IP) positions are difficult to fill, and future workforce shortages are anticipated. The IP field has less racial and ethnic diversity than the general nursing workforce or patient population. A targeted fellowship program for underrepresented groups allowed the recruitment and training of IPs while avoiding staffing shortages.

MeSH terms

  • Fellowships and Scholarships*
  • Forecasting
  • Humans
  • Nursing Staff*
  • Workforce