Current State of Training Needs and Programs for Infection Control Liaison Nurses

Li Ni^1,2Qingqing Du^3,4Hailei Bian²Norhafizah Ab Manan^1*Abd Rahim Mohamad^1*

• ¹University of Cyberjaya, Cyberjaya, Malaysia
• ²Tongji University Dongfang Hospital, Shanghai, China
• ³Children's Hospital of Shanghai, Shanghai, China
• ⁴Tongji University School of Medicine, Shanghai, China

Amid the continuous advancement of medical technologies and increasingly stringent requirements for hospital infection management, the infection control liaison nurse serves as a critical bridge between the infection control department and clinical units. The professional competence and training quality of these nurses directly influence the effectiveness of infection prevention and control measures within hospitals. At present, there is a significant variation in the job competency, mastery of professional knowledge, and application of practical skills among infection control liaison nurses, leading to diversified training needs. The design and implementation of training programs face challenges such as incomplete systems, uniformity in training models, and non-standardized criteria for outcome evaluation. An analysis of the current training landscape reveals significant gaps in the integration of theory and practice, a lack of pertinence in training content, and the absence of a robust mechanism for continuous education. There is an urgent need to develop a more scientific, systematic, and effective training model to enhance the overall quality and professional level of infection control liaison nurses.