Influenza Vaccination

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OBJECTIVE:	To increase the percentage of patients and staff who receive influenza vaccination.
ACTIVITIES REQUIRED FOR DIAMOND STATUS:	Complete and in-service training module (PowerPoint Presentation) on influenza vaccination. Print the Fight flu at work and home -- get the facts article and distribute to all staff. Track patient and staff immunizations using tracking tools provided below.
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES:	Discuss and implement standing orders for administering influenza vaccine Display posters in waiting room, staff lounge and patient treatment area Conduct one-on-one patient education about the importance of flu vaccination during scheduled treatment times If you administer vaccine, use standing orders for administering vaccine and obtaining patient consent forms Provide Vaccine Administration Record to patients Encourage staff and patient interest by creating and displaying a large poster showing a syringe that tracks percent of patients and staff who have received vaccination.
TOOLS/ RESOURCES:	In-Service Training Module: Influenza Vaccination Influenza Immunization Tracking Tools Patients Staff Fight flu at work and at home -- get the facts article Posters: Flu Vaccine Facts & Myths Cover Your Cough Top 3 Reasons to Get Your Flu Vaccine 2011 - 2012 Vaccine Information Statement: What You Need to Know Asthma, Diabetes, and Other Health Conditions Bring Greater Flu Risks article Influenza: Protect Yourself and Your Patients brochure No More Excuses You Need a Flu Vaccine flyer CDC Says "Take 3" Actions to Fight the Flu brochure Influenza (Flu) CDC Fact Sheet Sample Standing Orders for Administering Influenza Vaccine to Adults Vaccine Administration Record for Adults (with example record) Medicare Immunization Billing Quick Reference Tool Vaccine Handling Tips Reliable Sources of Immunization Information
MEASURE(S):	100% of staff in-serviced on influenza vaccination. 75% of patients receive vaccination. 85% of facility staff receive vaccination.

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After you have completed the Influenza Vaccination module and have documented the required measures, please complete and submit to your Network Office:

• Completed Project Reporting Form
• In-service attendance log
• Completed Influenza Immunization Tracking Tool for staff identifying who received and refused the seasonal flu vaccine for the current flu season
• Completed Influenza Immunization Tracking Tool for patients identifying who received and refused seasonal flu vaccination for the current flu season

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your specific Network.

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