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Project Firstline Mississippi

We provide infection prevention and control education for all frontline healthcare workers!

“Project Firstline” is a national training collaborative lead by the CDC’s National Training Collaborative for Healthcare Infection Prevention & Control. This effort is designed to both prepare frontline healthcare workers to protect themselves and their patients from the threat of infectious disease while simultaneously providing them with the tools and resources necessary to do so with confidenc

e. Project Firstline’s training and engagement opportunities include short, accessible training videos, virtual interactive events, and tele-mentoring to ensure every worker in every healthcare setting — from clinicians to environmental service workers — has the science and reasoning behind essential infection control practices, and can confidently apply those practices to protect themselves, their facilities, their families and their communities.

03/27/2025

⭐️ Celebrating our next remarkable Project Firstline MS Hero, Sherwin Agustin, RN-Ad/DIP, Nurse-Anesthesia at Memorial Hospital at Gulfport!

Sherwin's nominator kindly shared,

"Sherwin always goes the extra step to make sure that he prevents any and all infection for his patients prior to any procedure. He is always letting the patients know what he is going to do and has a great spirit to help comfort the patients. His work area is always clean and ready for the next patient.”

Do you know someone like Sherwin? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today at ProjectFirstlineMS.org/pfl-hero-nomination/

03/21/2025

Together, we're building a healthier Mississippi - one hand wash at a time! Infection prevention works! Learn more: projectfirstlinems.org

03/20/2025

⭐️ Recognizing our exceptional Project Firstline MS Hero, Sheranne McGraw RN, BSN, CIC - System Infection Prevention Manager at Baptist Memorial Health Care!

🎉 Her nominator kindly said,

"Sheranne worked diligently to reduce our COLO SSI rate. Through teamwork we were able to decrease our SSI rate by 50%. She utilized a multidisciplinary approach involving central sterile processing, surgical procedural services, surgery, PACU, nursing units, and anesthesia. We were able to improve our processes, patient care, and patient outcomes. She is a true leader in patient safety!"

Do you know someone like Sheranne? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS Hero today at projectfirstlinems.org/pfl-hero-nomination/.

03/17/2025

Wishing all our healthcare heroes a lucky St. Patrick's Day! 🍀 Your commitment to infection control ensures a healthier world for all. Keep up the amazing work! 💚

03/14/2025

Don't get left in the dark! Stay up to date on the latest disease outbreaks!

03/13/2025

Congratulations to our next Project Firstline MS Hero, Barbara L. Wilson, LSW, Licensed Social Worker, Mississippi Board of Examiners for Social Workers and Marriage & Family Therapists!

🎉 Her nominator had this to say,

"Barbara Wilson’s unwavering empathy, compassion, strong ethical principles, understanding of individual needs, advocating for positive change and dedication to her job makes her an exemplary social worker and very deserving."

Does Barbara remind you of someone you know? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline MS HERO here! 👉https://projectfirstlinems.org/pfl-hero-nomination/

02/27/2025

🤩 Help us welcome Kyle Miller, RN, Nurse Manager - Critical Care Unit at North Mississippi Medical Center, as our next Project Firstline MS Hero!

🎉 His nominator proudly mentioned,

"Kyle is a Nurse Manager for the Critical Care Unit. He is very engaged with HAI prevention. He is passionate about removing devices such as urinary catheters and central lines early to prevent patients from developing CAUTIs/CLABSIs. Kyle advocates on behalf of the patients. Thank you, Kyle, for the level of engagement you demonstrate."

Do you know someone like Kyle? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today! Visit projectfirstlinems.org/pfl-hero-nomination/.

02/14/2025

Love > germs. 💖 Wash those hands and keep it 100 this Valentine’s Day! 🧼✨

01/30/2025

🌟 Celebrating our next remarkable Project Firstline MS Hero, Felicia Bownes, RN, LPN at Senatobia Healthcare and Rehabilitation! 🎉

Felicia's nominator kindly shared,

"I believe she should be a Project Firstline MS hero because she embodies everything a hero should be, from dedication to empathy and compassion. She goes above and beyond for the people many may see as patients, but she sees them as her extended family. Her care extends to the patients in her care and their families and loved ones who may feel uneasy leaving their loved ones."

Do you know someone like Felicia? Nominate YOUR Project Firstline HERO today at ProjectFirstlineMS.org/pfl-hero-nomination/.

01/28/2025

Gloves act as a barrier to protect healthcare providers from infectious materials and reduce the spread of harmful microorganisms. For more information on proper glove use, check out APIC's fact sheet.

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01/23/2025

💧 From splash zones around sinks to improper waste disposal, water can unknowingly spread harmful bacteria in healthcare settings.

🔗 Learn more about water safety in healthcare at cdc.gov/healthcare-associated-infections/php/toolkit/water-management.html.

01/21/2025

Well, now you will.

Learn more at cdc.gov/healthcare-associated-infections/index.html.

Address

5 Olympic Way Suite A
Madison, MS
39110

Telephone

+17694855874

Website

https://projectfirstlinems.org/

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