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IP Chats are quarterly networking events to build knowledge, share experience and provide support for hospital infection preventionists. Have questions or ideas for content, please contact Amy Ward at Amy.Ward@Allianthealth.org. Amy is a registered nurse with a diverse background in acute care nursing, microbiology, epidemiology and infection control. She is passionate about leading and mentoring new and future infection preventionists in their career paths.

*CE for Physicians and Nurses Available* *NAB Credits Awarded* Overdose/Fentanyl poisoning continues to claim lives. Prevention is key! This event will cover prevention strategies as well as learning to recognize signs and symptoms of opioid overdose and how to respond in this medical emergency. DURING THIS SESSION, ATTENDEES WILL: 1. Identify ways to prevent overdose 2. Recognize signs and symptoms of opioid overdose 3. Learn how to respond to an opioid overdose with Naloxone 4. Review resources and access to Naloxone

Violence against health care workers continues to rise and hospital leaders are seeking strategies to enhance workplace safety while upholding patient care standards. According to data gathered in 2023 by National Nurses United (NNU), 81.6% of nurses reported that they have experienced workplace violence, with half stating they have seen instances of violence increase in the last year. Join us for Part 4 of the HQIC Workplace Violence (WPV) Prevention webinar series. This dynamic session will feature sharing of real-world experiences and promising WPV prevention practices from healthcare leaders in diverse roles at a rural hospital, community hospital and an urban health system.