The highly anticipated 2025 KyIP IP Boot Camp is in the works, and we’re thrilled to start sharing details about this year’s event. Whether you’re a returning attendee or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you.
This year’s Boot Camp will feature a mix of exciting new activities and beloved favorites, all designed to get your infection prevention gears turning!
Join us on the following dates: Virtually: 30 April 2025 from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm EST
In-person: 6 May 2025 8:30 am – 3:30 pm EST at KCTC in Versailles, Kentucky In-person: 8 May 2025 8:30 am – 3:30 pm CT at Owensboro Regional Hospital in Owensboro, Kentucky
While this is a free event, registration is required.
Virtual Didactic Day – April 30, 2025 We’ll kick things off with a full day of virtual learning featuring subject matter experts covering the topics YOU requested in our latest Learning Needs Assessment. Expect deep dives into:
Supply Shortages
Process & Performance Improvement for the IP
Tuberculosis, including Risk Assessments
Social Determinants of Health & Infection Risks
Antimicrobial Stewardship for the IP
Outbreak Investigation
T-CHEST and Environment of Care
Hands-On Simulation Days – Two Locations! We heard you loud and clear—you love when we come to you! So, we’re hitting the road again, bringing our highly regarded hands-on Infection Prevention simulations to two locations:
May 6, 2025 – KCTCS Versailles, KY May 8, 2025 – Owensboro Regional Hospital, Owensboro, KY
New for 2025: A Day in the Life of an IP This year’s in-person day will be centered around the theme: “A Day in the Life of an IP.” We’ve carefully designed a combination of hands-on and tabletop simulations to enhance the content covered in the virtual sessions—giving you a real-world experience of Infection Prevention in action. New and improved tabletop simulations will guide you through key Infection Prevention scenarios, including:
Outbreak Management
Compliance and Performance Improvement
Supply Shortages
Social Determinants of Health
Choose your pathway Throughout the day, time will be allotted for you to roam hands-on simulation stations at your own pace, featuring both returning favorites and brand-new activities:
Hand Hygiene Simulation (a fan favorite!)
Low-Level Disinfection (a fan favorite!)
Spot the Errors: CAUTI & CLABSI (NEW!)
Environmental Surface Cleaning (NEW!)
Handling Contaminated Linens (NEW!)
Secure Your Spot! If this sounds like an amazing day of learning, don’t wait—register now! As always, our Infection Prevention Boot Camp is completely free, but registration is required to attend.