NHSN Surveillance Definition Change
The approval of the new COVID-19 vaccines for 2023-2024 triggered a change in the National Health and Safety Network’s (NHSN) surveillance definition of “up-to-date” on COVID-19 vaccine to align with the new vaccine recommendations.
Per NHSN definition, as of September 25, 2023, individuals are considered “up-to-date” with their COVID-19 vaccines if they meet one of the following criteria:
- Received a 2023-2024 updated COVID-19 vaccine OR
- Received a bivalent* COVID-19 vaccine within the last two months.
*Note that the bivalent vaccines are no longer authorized as of 9/12/2023.
Please review the latest training for reporting to NHSN Healthcare Personnel and Resident Weekly LTCF COVID-19 Vaccination Modules to ensure your facility is reporting accordingly.
NYSHFA | NYSCAL CONTACTS:
Lisa Volk, RN, B.P.S., LNHA
Executive Director, Foundation for Quality Care
518-462-4800 x15
Tarrah Quinlan, RN, BSN
Director of Education Program Development and Member Operations
518-462-4800 x20
