12E lauded for patient safety milestone

The team on 12E, which went a full year without a CAUTI.

Congratulations to the faculty and staff of 12E, who recently went a full year without a CAUTI (Catheter-Associated Urinary Tract Infection).

The unit earned a 365 Days of Safety Award for its efforts.

The 365 Days of Safety Award recognizes outstanding practice within a patient care unit, area, clinic or department which resulted in the avoidance of patient harm and health care-acquired conditions for 365 consecutive days. The award also demonstrates the sustainability of the associated patient safety practice.

To learn more about 365 Days of Safety Award, to see past winners or to submit a nomination, click here.