MRSA in Residential Treatment Facility

[melissa_rn]

I work at a residential treatment facility for kids with mental illness. Kids live in dorm-like setting for 6-12 months. About 6 months ago we had a "cutter" with a MRSA infection in one of her wounds. She has since been discharged. Then a couple weeks ago we have another "cutter" with MRSA to a deep antecubital wound. Client refused PO antibiotics so we had to transport her to ER for Clindamycin 600mg IM q12hours. She finished the IM course and will be going for another culture Monday.

How is MRSA delt with in residential care settings such as mine? There have been no precautions except lots of hand washing...but I'm concerned about furniture, surfaces, etc.

[Antikigirl, ASN, RN]

And I had a smart nursing instructor that reminded me of having 'openings' in our cuticles and dry hands! Remember that and treat yourself to a manicure and hand treatments...I mean sheesh...tell your spouses it is for the good of all! LOL!!!!!

Maybe I will get a pedicure too..heck, maybe covered but may no open area risk infection right??? LOL!!!!!!! Oh and a facial!!! Oh I am on a roll now...can I itemize these come tax time??? LOL!