Healthcare Compliance Audit Checklist Generator

Infection Control Compliance Audit Checklist — 120-Bed Skilled Nursing Facility Audit Date: [Date] Auditor: Infection Control Officer / Compliance Team Facility: [Name] Audit Type: Pre-Survey Preparation — 2 Reportable Infection Events in Prior Quarter This checklist evaluates readiness against standard survey infection control elements. Complete all items before the scheduled state survey. SECTION 1 — SURVEILLANCE AND REPORTING [ ] Active infection surveillance system documented and current (updated within 7 days) [ ] All reportable infection events from the prior quarter documented with: date of onset, affected resident, clinical presentation, outcome, and actions taken [ ] Infection rates tracked by type (urinary tract, respiratory, gastrointestinal, wound) and compared to facility baseline [ ] Root cause analysis completed for each of the 2 reportable events — documented findings on file [ ] Corrective action plan implemented for each event — status of each action item documented SECTION 2 — STANDARD PRECAUTIONS COMPLIANCE [ ] Hand hygiene compliance audit completed within past 30 days — results documented [ ] Hand hygiene supplies (soap, alcohol-based rub) available and stocked at each point of care [ ] Personal protective equipment available and correctly sized for all staff who may need it [ ] PPE donning and doffing protocols posted in relevant areas [ ] Direct care staff demonstrate correct hand hygiene technique on observation SECTION 3 — TRANSMISSION-BASED PRECAUTIONS [ ] Residents currently on isolation precautions identified and documented [ ] Signage posted correctly outside rooms with isolation precautions in place [ ] Dedicated equipment (blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, thermometer) available for isolated residents [ ] Precaution type correct for each resident's confirmed or suspected condition SECTION 4 — DOCUMENTATION READINESS FOR SURVEY [ ] Policy and procedure manual current and accessible — last reviewed date within 12 months [ ] Staff training records demonstrating infection control education — current for all staff [ ] Any corrective plans from prior surveys fully implemented — documentation available PRIORITY ITEMS REQUIRING IMMEDIATE COMPLETION BEFORE SURVEY: [List items not yet checked]