This letter from CMS outlines the requirements for a facility's infection preventionist (IP) to ensure the facility has an effective infection prevention and control program (IPCP). The IP must have primary professional training in nursing, medical technology, microbiology, epidemiology, or other related field, be qualified by education, training, experience or certification, work at least part-time at the facility, and have completed specialized training in infection prevention and control. The letter also provides guidance on the IP's responsibilities, qualifications, hours of work, and specialized training. Nursing homes/healthcare facilities must designate an individual(s) as the IP and ensure they meet the requirements outlined in the letter in order to have an effective IPCP.

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