Special COVID-19 Webinar Recording: Ready, Set, Go: Planning Ahead to Administer the COVID-19 Vaccine to HBPC Patients

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The "Ready, Set, Go: Planning Ahead to Administer the COVID-19 Vaccine to HBPC Patients" webinar, led by Paul Chiang, MD, and Brianna Plencner, covered key lessons and strategies for administering COVID-19 vaccines to homebound patients. Speakers included health professionals from Rush University Medical Center, William S. Middleton VA Hospital, and Geriatric Specialty Care of Nevada, who shared their experiences and best practices.<br /><br />Dr. Elizabeth Davis from Rush University Medical Center discussed their vaccine clinic operations, patient identification processes, and logistical challenges, such as vaccine storage and transport. Utilizing Geographic scheduling and prefilled syringes, Rush@Home successfully vaccinated 71 patients and caregivers.<br /><br />Brian Lewis, MD, and Trisha Seys Ranola, PharmD, from William S. Middleton VA HBPC shared their approach to advocating for vaccine supply, standard operating procedures, and training. Their efforts focused on a streamlined vaccination process, maintaining VHA/CDC guidelines, and internal tracking to manage vaccine doses effectively.<br /><br />Jeremy Phillips of Geriatric Specialty Care of Nevada highlighted the impact of COVID-19 on HBPC services in Northern Nevada, emphasizing collaborative efforts with county and state health systems for efficient vaccine distribution. They utilized home health agencies and local fire departments to vaccinate patients in assisted living and those receiving home-based primary care.<br /><br />The webinar underscored the importance of creative partnerships, robust planning, and clear communication in ensuring homebound patients receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Resources for continued education and collaboration, including the HCCI LinkedIn Group and various online tools and tip sheets, were also highlighted to support ongoing efforts in vaccine administration.

Keywords

COVID-19

vaccine

homebound patients

HBPC

Rush University Medical Center

William S. Middleton VA Hospital

Geriatric Specialty Care of Nevada

vaccine distribution

logistical challenges

creative partnerships