The Immunization Action Coalition (IAC) recently recognized the stellar examples of influenza vaccination mandates in healthcare settings, and Horn Memorial Hospital was 1 of 18 Iowa hospitals recognized in the IAC Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll.
The Influenza Vaccination Honor Roll represents the champions who have taken the lead in influenza vaccination within their organization. To be included in this honor roll, organizations must mandate influenza vaccination for employees as well as include serious measures to prevent transmission of influenza from unvaccinated workers to patients.
The Horn Leadership Team believes the best way to prevent transmission of influenza to our patients is to mandate vaccination of healthcare personnel. Horn applied for and was inducted into the Honor Roll for their 2020 Influenza Vaccination completion percentage. Angie Frank, Employee Health Nurse, submitted the information by answering questions about the policies and mandates in place at Horn Memorial. Angie commented, “I am so proud of our staff! They are not only helping protect one another, they are helping protect our patients as well. We are very proud of this accomplishment!”
