Participation in NHSN offers numerous benefits, including:
- Improved Patient Safety: By tracking and analyzing infection data, facilities can identify areas for improvement and implement targeted interventions to reduce infection rates. - Benchmarking: Facilities can compare their infection rates with national and regional benchmarks, helping them understand their performance relative to peers. - Compliance: Participation in NHSN can help facilities comply with state and federal reporting requirements, as well as accreditation standards. - Research and Policy Development: The data collected by NHSN supports epidemiological research and informs the development of healthcare policies and guidelines.
