Learning Center
The Evolving Practice of Infusion Nurses Placing Central Vascular Access Devices
Recorded On: 05/19/2013
Nurses have successfully placed peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) for more than 30 years. Central vascular access device (CVAD) placement by nurses is increasing in prevalence for reasons including a physician shortage, changes in reimbursement, sepsis protocols, and a history of successful nurse-placed peripherally inserted access devices. This presentation will discuss current practice, educational programs, maintenance of competencies, state-specific scopes of practice, and outcomes evaluation.
At the conclusion of the presentation, the participant will be able to:
1. Describe the evidence-based practice (EBP) regarding infusion nurse-led CVAD insertion.
2. Explain the components required to successfully implement infusion nurse CVAD insertion programs.
Speaker:
Cathy Perry, MSN, ANP-BC, VA-BC, CRNI®
Manager, Vascular Access Team
Nurse Practitioner, Interventional Radiology
Vanderbilt University Medical Center
This session has been approved for 1 contact hour.
Expiration date for receipt of contact hours: May 7, 2017
This session has been approved for 1.0 CRNI® recertification unit.
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