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Peds

(W1 PM) Pre-Meeting Workshop (Advanced Session): Elevating your Pediatric Neonatal Vascular Access Practice

Thursday, September 18, 2025
1:30 PM - 5:30 PM ET
Location: Suwannee 2-4
Earn 4.0 CE Hour(s)
Requires Separate Fee Peds/Neo SIG
Disclosure(s):
Kacey M. Wiseman, MSN, RN, CPN, VA-BC, NE-BC: No financial relationships to disclose
Angela A. Alderman, MSN, RNC-NIC, VA-BC: No financial relationships to disclose
Melissa Stebel, MSN, CNS, VA-BC: No financial relationships to disclose
Luis Cipriano, BSN, RN, VA-BC: No financial relationships to disclose
Mary Rebecca Tafaro Boyer, MSN, RN, CNL, CPHON, VABC: No financial relationships to disclose
Katie Frate, BSN, VA-BC: No financial relationships to disclose
TARGET AUDIENCE: This workshop is intended for the experienced clinician seeking to advance foundational knowledge in neonatal and pediatric PICC insertion.

DISCLAIMER: It will not establish competency, nor will it replace 1:1 guided instruction by a mentor at your facility. This workshop aims to support participants in becoming more informed clinicians to augment real world immersive training beyond conference attendance.

This interactive workshop is focused on enhancing the nuanced knowledge and skills required for promoting optimal outcomes when inserting peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs) in neonatal and pediatric patient. Session framework will feature a blend of theoretical insights and interactive practice to build upon foundational knowledge. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore important concepts familiarize themselves with the equipment and supplies, gaining confidence in their handling and application. Rotating station content includes:

• Mid-Thigh PICC Insertion
• Neonatal MST
• Case studies with radiographic films
• ECG in an upper extremity PICC insertion
• Prior to conference, attendees will receive a comprehensive coursebook with supplemental two-hour pre-recorded video modules.

Learning Objectives:

  • Discuss the anatomy, procedure, and nuances of mid-thigh insertion in the neonatal and pediatric population.
  • Discuss complex procedural troubleshooting techniques for successful bedside PICC insertion.
  • Discuss complex procedural troubleshooting techniques for bedside PICC insertion.