Antibiotic Stewardship Essentials

Course overview

Antibiotic resistance is a growing global health threat that affects patient outcomes across all healthcare settings. Nurses play a critical role in antibiotic stewardship by supporting appropriate antibiotic use, monitoring therapy effectiveness, educating patients, and preventing infection transmission. This course provides intermediate-level knowledge on antimicrobial stewardship principles, resistance mechanisms, and practical nursing interventions that support safe and effective antibiotic use. Participants will learn to recognize inappropriate antibiotic prescribing, support evidence-based stewardship practices, and contribute to multidisciplinary stewardship initiatives