CDC has released new resources on enhanced barrier precautions (EBP). While not currently required for nursing homes, EBP are recommended by the CDC to reduce transmission of multidrug-resistant organisms (MDROs). We know that the whole country has turned a sharp eye on infection control in nursing homes and CMS added a special section on MDROs to the updated guidance (Appendix PP of the State Operations Manual) last year. Check out these resources for help implementing EBP in your nursing home:   

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Kylee Childs
Kylee Childs, MSW, is the Director of Government Affairs.Since joining the association in 2023, she continues to be a fierce and resourceful advocate for aging services in Kansas. Her professional focus has always been service to others through advocacy. Kylee has a master’s degree in social work from the University of Missouri-Columbia, a bachelor's degree in criminology with a minor in Conflict Analysis and Trauma studies from Kansas State University, and a certificate in Grant Proposal Writing from Fort Hays State University. With a professional background in law enforcement and child welfare, and a successful 2023 legislative practicum with the Children's Alliance of Kansas, she brings rich professional experience to her role as Director of Government Affairs, and a front-line perspective on the needs of health and human services providers in our state. When not working, she's spending time with her two daughters. You can reach Kylee directly at 785.670.8051.

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