Reflections on Burnout & IPC at UIOs: A Storytelling Approach

March 16, 2023 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EST

On March 16, 2023, the National Council of Urban Indian Health (NCUIH) will continue with session two of our CDC Project Firstline virtual live training series: Weaving Resilience into Infection Prevention and Control (IPC). This event, Reflections on Burnout & IPC at Urban Indian Organizations (UIOs), will explore a storytelling approach to educate UIO frontline healthcare workers on key concepts, actions, and tools related to IPC and burnout. Attendees will have the opportunity to reflect on and share their experiences. NCUIH is a proud partner with Project Firstline, the CDC’s National Training Collaborative for Healthcare Infection Control.

Objectives:

1. To reinforce key infection prevention and control (IPC) concepts and actions, particularly in the context of risk recognition
2. To use a Storytelling approach to create space for UIO workers to reflect on and share their experiences with burnout and IPC challenges
3. To highlight resources and strategies that can support UIOs with addressing both IPC training programs and burnout

Presenters:

• Marie Zephier, MPH (Oglala Sioux Tribe) – IPC Contractor, NCUIH
• Alyssa Longee, MPH, BSN, RN (Fort Peck Assiniboine & Sioux Tribes) – Public Health Manager, NCUIH
• Kyle Mitchell (Diné, Navajo) – IPC Contractor, NCUIH

Audience:

• UIO Staff
• IPC Champions