Having a skilled team of nurses placing an monitoring Vascular Access Devices is so important to patient satisfaction. When patients know that they have a team of skilled experts checking in on them gives them a sense of security. Patients
We all set personal goals for ourselves, but this year we should also look at our professional goals. Creating a Vascular Access Team can improve patient care and satisfaction scores for our hospitals. Having a team of experts to consult
Are you able to insert in the upper arm? Are you accessing with a 7cm 21guage needle? Most nurse placed PICC kits come with a short 22guage angio and a long 7cm 21gauge needle. Which one do you choose? Do
With Vascular Access Devices (VAD’s) forever changing, new products being introduced how does the Nurse at the bedside keep their skills current? When working in either a small rural hospital or a large teaching facility, this is a challenge for
Vascular Access Teams are increasing in popularity in acute care settings. Nurses have become aware of the need for a VAT to assist in the care and maintenance of all vascular access devices. This team has become a great resource
