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Looking to Gain Knowledge & Expand Your IV Therapy Skills and Abilities?

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LOOK NO FURTHER, YOU'VE COME TO THE RIGHT PLACE!

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IVNC has become DYNAMIC ACCESS!

Classes are resuming beginning next year! For information regarding our upcoming course schedule and sign-up, please contact our education department at [email protected]

Register early for one of our programs - Space is limited!

Our Experienced Vascular Access Specialists are highly qualified educational consultants who set the stage in developing a program to meet the needs to advance participants' knowledge, skills and abilities through our vascular access training programs meeting the latest INS Standards.

We offer many vascular access programs to meet your individual or group needs - Our location or yours!

We hold frequent vascular access training programs at our Puyallup, WA location and/or you can schedule a program at your facility and request the program be tailored to meet your individual group needs for enhancing their skills and abilities.

For more information visit our CONTACT page.

As we move through the phases of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have started to schedule our in-house IV programs again in accordance with county guidelines. You can see the upcoming schedule of programs below. In order to do our part to continue the important work healthcare providers do, and also protect you and our staff, we are limiting our student enrollment. In addition, in order to comply with state and local mandates, we are requiring students wear a face mask/covering during class.

I am inspired as I see communities, our nation, and the world coming together to fight this pandemic. Our Vascular Access Team, along with so many other healthcare providers, is on the frontline fighting this virus and we are dedicated to supporting our patients and the community through this unprecedented time. Please stay safe and we look forward to having you in class soon.


Many Educational Programs in
IV Therapy

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Basic Concepts & Technology in IV Therapy Program

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Prerequisite: None (Must have an interest in the healthcare field); All students must provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Description: This program is an 8-hour course that is great for LPN’s, RN’s, EMT’s (EMT's to check their State Endorsement Requirements) and any other medical professionals who need to earn their certificate, enhance or refresh their skills and abilities. The training will be via in-depth lectures, utilizing teaching tools such as: PowerPoint presentation, handouts, discussion, as well as hands-on practice to ensure a complete learning experience and understanding of the delivery of IV therapy. Topics covered within the program include: an overview of I.V. Therapy, venous and vascular anatomy and physiology, nursing management and patient assessment and actions related to routine care and maintenance, clinical considerations, fluid and electrolytes, types of uses of IV therapy, site selection, venipuncture procedure, tips, case studies designed to serve as a learning tool and the discussion of complications related to IV therapy, etc. There will be a variety of the latest equipment for hands-on viewing.


In skillful hands, an intravenous catheterization procedure is quickly and easily performed with little pain or discomfort to the patient. This unique educational program is a great resource that fosters safe practice and can help reduce errors associated with these important skills. It adheres to INS standards of care. Completion of this program can result in a skill that will be of immeasurable benefit over the years to both patient and the medical professional inserting the IV. Participants will have the opportunity to practice on manikins to demonstrate a simulated insertion. In order to obtain the course certificate, you will need to complete the contents of this program, reviewing handout material, IV Manikin practice, post-test and completion of an evaluation form. This course is a pre-requisite for Advanced Concepts and Technology in IV Therapy. The certificate is awarded after successful completion of program.


Program Price: $285 per person
Cost for recommended student manual: $55.00 or in-class rental: $10

Advanced Concepts & Technology in IV Therapy

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Prerequisite for this program: Basic Concepts and Technology in IV Therapy (8 CE hours). Must have successfully completed our BCT-IV course in the last two years to enroll in this course. All students must provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.


Description: This is an 8-hour course designed to build on the Basic IV course and to enhance the knowledge of professionals who have had some IV experiences. This program utilizes an in-depth understanding of all types of catheters, types of patients and clinical indications through teaching tools such as a PowerPoint presentation, lecture, active participant discussion, handouts, and hands-on practice. Participants will become familiar with the differences between Midlines, PICC's, Central Venous Catheters, Ports and P.A.S. Ports. They will learn the differences in the tip location and the types of infusion therapies that can be infused through each device. There will be a review of methods for performing care and maintenance on long term lines, flushing, syringe selection & PSI, dressing changes occlusion, catheter repair, blood sample collection, catheter removal and post insertion complications.
Our Advanced IV Therapy Certification Training instructs participants to effectively deliver nursing care to patients on infusion therapies and gain confidence in their abilities. Whether you are a new grad, first time working with advanced lines or an LPN/RN with years of IV therapy experience, this program will explore central venous catheters, new technologies and standards of practice. Patient safety and positive outcomes depend upon a nurse’s knowledge of catheter technology, routine nursing care, catheter management and complications. In order to obtain a course certificate, you will need to complete the course program, reviewing handout material, IV Manikin and/or participant practice of a dressing change, post-test and completion of an evaluation form. The certificate is awarded after successful completion of program.


Program Price: $200 per person
Cost for recommended student manual: $55.00 or in-class rental: $10



Basic/Advanced Concepts & Technology in IV Therapy (2 day program)

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Prerequisite: Must have an interest in the healthcare field to take the basic portion of this program and be an LPN, RN or physician to take the advanced portion. All students must provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Description: This program is a 14 to 16 hour program tailored to the individual group. Using the contents from the above two programs it is combined into one program and presented over a two day time period. These objectives can be changed to meet the needs of the individual group.

Basic Portion: 1. Provide an Overview of IV therapy 2. Review IV Solutions & Categories; Identify Purposes, Complications and Prevention Protocol 3. Provide an overview of Patient Assessment, Implement 6 Rights of Medication Administration, Identify Types, Indications and Central Venous Catheters 4. Nursing Actions Related to Routine Care and Maintenance of an IV Line 5. Provide an Overview of the Venipuncture Procedure 6. Provide Overview of the Complications Associated with IV Therapy 7. Documentation of Procedure and Patient Response 8. Provide Hands-on Practice on Manikins

Advanced Portion: 1. Provide an Overview of the Benefits of a Long Term Line vs. a Short Term Line 2. Provide an Overview of each of the Long Term Lines 3. Provide an Overview of Patient Assessment and Nursing Actions Related to Routine Care and Maintenance of a Long Term Line. 4. Provide an Overview of the Complications Associated with Long Term Lines 5. Provide Hands-on Practice of Accessing a Port-a-Cath on a Manikin 6. Provide a Return Demonstration, Hands-on Practice of a Dressing Change on Each Participant. 7. Documentation of Procedure and Patient Response

After reviewing the above information, if you would like any of the objectives changed, either added to or deleted, please do not hesitate to contact us at (888) 476-6298 for revision to your group program. We look forward to helping your staff develop their patient care skills in the area of IV Therapy. In order to obtain a certificate in course completion, you will need to attend the full program, reviewing handout material, IV Manikin and/or participant practice of a dressing change, post-test and completion of an evaluation form. The certificate is awarded after successful completion of the program.

Program Price: $485 per person
Cost for recommended student manual: $55 or in-class rental: $10


BIV for DAA - Dental Anesthesia Assistant

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Prerequisite: Work as a DAA in the dental field; All students must provide proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Description: Program was designed for the professionals completing Requirement (b) of the WAC 246-817-205. PowerPoint, lecture, handouts, discussion and hands-on practice may be utilized. 8 CE Hours Program

Program consists of eight hours of didactic training (i) that includes: (A) Intravenous access; (B) Anatomy; (C) Technique; (D) Risks and complications. Program also includes: Patient assessment, site selection, venipuncture procedure, equipment, maintenance and prevention of complications. Manikin Practice is included along with at least one monitored human or simulator/manikin insertion. Participants are required to complete hands-on experience starting (ii) and maintaining intravenous lines with at least ten successful intravenous starts on a human or simulator/manikin. A form will been provided for documentation.

WAC 246-817-205 Description: Required portion that IVNC provides will consist of: (iii) (a)Completion of substantially equivalent education and training approved by the commission. (b) Completion of training in intravenous access or phlebotomy. Training must include: (i) Eight hours of didactic training that must include: (A) Intravenous access; (B) Anatomy; (C) Technique; (D) Risks and complications; and (ii) Hands on experience starting and maintaining intravenous lines with at least ten successful intravenous starts on a human or simulator/manikin; or (iii) Completion of substantially equivalent education and training approved by the commission. A certificate is awarded after successful completion of the program.

Program Price: $285 per person
Cost for recommended student manual: $55 or in-class rental: $10


Frequently Asked Questions

1. The word "certification" is used frequently in health care; it is not always used in the right context. Nurse may choose to become certified in a specialty field (i.e. CCU, IV Therapy, Oncology, Emergency etc.) for which a national exam is required . These are "actual" certifications that are offered through a national professional organization such as the Infusion Nurses Society (INS), The Infusion Nurses Certification Corporation (INCC), or the Vascular Access Certification Corporation (VACC).
2. Many levels of healthcare providers contact us and inquire about becoming "IV Certified" and there are many websites that claim to offer "IV Certification". Although a "true" IV Certification is only achieved by sitting for a national exam; and includes the Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) administered by the INCC (for RN;s); and the Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) administered by the VACC (for RN;s, LPN's, and other health care professionals)


* OUESTION: Do I need to sit for a national exam if I am an RN/LPN and have been told I need to be "IV Certified"? ANSWER: Most often the answer is no. Some positions (such as an IV Team) may require an "actual" certification. Check with your individual facility/institution to find out their specific requirements
* QUESTION: I am NOT required to obtain an actual (national) certification; what course should I take? ANSWER: You will need to resource a continuing education program that meets your State Board of Nursing requirements, as well as your individual institution's policy & procedures for IV therapy practice. Our programs give a Certificate of Completion for Continuing Education Contact Hours. If your State does not have any specific requirements for sitting for a National Exam, then our IV Therapy Education Program would most likely meet your needs.


REFUND POLICIES:
All Programs Are Pre-Paid: Major credit cards accepted when registering online and/or over the phone. Pre-payment reserves you a spot in requested program. Professional & Continuing Ed. Program Refund Policy: Refunds granted minus 35% up to seven days prior to the program. Non-refundable six days or less prior to course. May reschedule x1, no refund if unable to attend rescheduled program. No-shows will not be given a refund. Books are non-refundable. Book rental may be available. If program is cancelled by IVNC, a full refund will be given or choice of rescheduling into a future class.
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