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In-Bed Shower Systems for Skilled Nursing Facilities
C. auris Decolonization and MDRO Prevention for SNF Residents
SNFs are the highest-risk settings for C. auris transmission in the US. The Gussin 2025 study was conducted specifically in nursing home settings and its findings directly support daily CHG bathing with Bed Shower as the evidence-based decolonization strategy for SNF residents.
How Bed Shower™ Addresses Skilled Nursing Facility
The Gussin 2025 study (CID) was conducted in nursing home settings, the same environment as SNFs, and established that CHG bathing achieving 156 ug/mL or higher residual skin concentration reduces C. auris shedding by 80%. This is the most direct clinical evidence supporting Bed Shower use in SNF settings.
Real-World Outcomes
The SNF was experiencing above-average rehospitalization rates, with HAIs identified as a leading cause. CHG decolonization protocols were not consistently applied due to staffing constraints.
Bed Shower™ Wib™ was deployed for all high-acuity post-acute patients, enabling daily CHG decolonization with existing nursing staff.
30-day rehospitalization rate decreased from 18.4% to 11.2%. HAI-related readmissions decreased 49%. The facility achieved 4-star CMS quality rating.
"Reducing readmissions is our top priority. In-bed CHG showering has been one of our most effective tools."
Director of Quality, Post-Acute SNF
Common Questions About Skilled Nursing Facility
Why are SNFs at the highest risk for C. auris transmission?
SNFs have high proportions of elderly, immunocompromised residents with prolonged stays, frequent antibiotic exposure, and high-contact caregiving. These factors create ideal conditions for C. auris colonization and transmission. The Gussin 2025 study was conducted specifically in this setting.
Does Wibby meet CMS infection control requirements for SNFs?
Wibby supports CMS infection control requirements by enabling daily CHG bathing, the evidence-based MDRO decolonization strategy. The system's automatic internal disinfection also supports CMS requirements for equipment disinfection between patient uses.