Season 1 Episode 15: August 19, 2025 - Equipping Nurses with Ultrasound Training: Beyond the Vascular Access Nurse

Join us in this insightful episode of the INS Infusion Room as we welcome Andrew Walker, a seasoned expert in vascular access and infusion therapy. Andrew shares his journey from becoming a CRNI®-certified nurse to leading innovative training programs in ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs). Discover the challenges and triumphs of implementing these programs across various departments and learn about the importance of investing in specialized nursing skills.

Andrew A. Walker, BSN, RN, CRNI®, VA-BC™, PCCN

Andrew A. Walker, BSN, RN, CRNI®, VA-BC™, PCCN, has been an INS member and held CRNI® certification since 2018. He is a dedicated vascular access and infusion therapy specialist with experience in clinical leadership, education, and patient care. As the Clinical Practice Leader for Vascular Access and Infusion Therapy at UnityPoint Health – Meriter Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin, he leads a vascular access team and provides clinical nursing oversight to his organization, encompassing policies, protocols, procedures, training, education, product management, and infusion data analytics. Andrew is passionate about improving infusion practices, reducing complications, and enhancing patient safety. A board-certified vascular access nurse and certified registered nurse infusionist, he actively contributes to the practice through local involvement, committee leadership, and professional development. Andrew is currently pursuing his Doctor of Nursing Practice as a Clinical Nursing Specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee.

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Andrew Walker, BSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, PCCN

Join us in this insightful episode of the INS Infusion Room as we welcome Andrew Walker, a seasoned expert in vascular access and infusion therapy. Andrew shares his journey from becoming a CRNI®-certified nurse to leading innovative training programs in ultrasound-guided peripheral intravenous catheters (PIVCs). Discover the challenges and triumphs of implementing these programs across various departments and learn about the importance of investing in specialized nursing skills.

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