The Basics of Intravenous Therapy 10182026

Why should I attend an IV therapy course? To get the job you really want, be a better nurse, improve your clinical skills, and to set yourself apart.DescriptionThe Principles of IV therapy course meets the mandate set by the Texas board of nursing for Intravenous therapy for LVNs. The course is provided and instructed by professional Vascular Access Specialist(s).Who should attend?Licensed practical nurses (LPNs) requiring documented education and training for IV therapyNew graduates entering the work forceNursing students starting clinicalsRegistered nurses (RNs) with little or no experience in intravenous therapyNurses returning to the work place as a part of nursing refresher programs.Criteria for completion: Attendees must attend the 4 hours. Please arrive 10 min. before class starts. Please bring a valid ID and number of RN/LVN license. If you are a nursing student, please bring your current school ID or prove of nursing program enrollment.Program OutlineNursing Practice Act and Board RulesCurrent and Latest Standards of Practice in Vascular Access (INS standards, AVA, CDC)Legal Aspects Related to I.V. TherapyAnatomy and physiology related to peripheral IV cathetersVenous Access Devices- ReviewVenipuncture TechniquesManagement of Difficult InsertionsI.V. Medication Administration & Fluid ManagementCentral line education- care and maintenanceDocumentation guidelinesHands on lab practicum for IV insertion and care and maintenance of central lines.Demonstration of competencies in IV therapy and quizProgram evaluation and certificates