Flu Vaccination

Everything you need to complete this module is right here! Click on the links below to access the necessary tools and resources available for completion of this module.

Objective:

To increase the percentage of patients and staff who receive influenza vaccinations.

Activities Required for Diamond Status/Measures:

100% of staff complete an in-service training module (PowerPoint Presentation) on influenza vaccination.
Print the Fight Flu at Work and at Home-- get the facts article and distribute it to all staff.
Track patient and staff immunizations using tracking tools provided.
75% of patients receive vaccination
85% of facility staff receive vaccination

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 Vaccine
2012-2013 Vaccine Information Statements: What You Need to Know (Live VIS, Inactive VIS)
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

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After you have completed the Influenza Vaccination module, and have documented the required measures, please 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 the 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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