Vancomycin-resistant Enterococci (VRE)

NB: Other multiresistant organisms may be transmitted nosocomially. Consultation with Infection Prevention and Control is recommended.

Infective Material

Body fluids or secretions containing organism

Mode of Transmission

Direct contact. Inanimate objects from patient room often harbor organisms.

 

Precautions Acute Care Long Term Care
Single Room Yes. NB: Cohorting may be an option for VRE if insufficient single rooms. Assess each situation individually.
Gloves Worn upon entry into care room and removed prior to exit. If in direct contact with colonized or infected body fluids/secretions. Perform hand hygiene at all times when entering or leaving patient room.
Gowns Worn upon entry into care room and removed prior to exit. If direct contact with colonized or infected body fluids/secretions.
Mask No No

Duration of Precautions

  • Consult Infection Prevention and Control (IP&C) regarding precautions and screening.
  • Always consult with IP&C prior to discontinuation of precautions.