Table 1 Professional status, educational level and general task description by profession
From: Hand hygiene compliance and its drivers in long-term care facilities; observations and a survey
Profession | Educational level | General task description |
|---|---|---|
Nurse | Level 4 and 5 | (High complexity) nursing and care |
Nurse assistants | Level 3 | Low complexity nursing care and support |
Care assistants | Level 2 | Bathing, dressing and grooming |
Housekeeping assistants | Level 1 | Household chores |