South Piedmont AHEC

Basic Peripheral IV Therapy Course

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*Registration payment includes Credit Cards and Interfund Transfers ONLY.

Target Audience

RNs and LPNs

Description

This course consists of two parts: didactic and skills practice. Participants are required to attend a 3-hour live webinar on September 24, 2026 and participate in a 3-hour skills lab September 30, 2026 at Queens University of Charlotte Campus.

Course Dates:
Day 1: September 24, 2026 | 9 AM - 12 PM | Live Webinar
AND
Day 2: September 30, 2026 | 9 AM - 12 PM | In-Person Skills Day
Queens University of Charlotte
1900 Selwyn Ave, Charlotte NC 28274

In the dynamic and demanding field of healthcare, the ability of nurses to proficiently perform intravenous (IV) therapy is essential. The increasing complexity of patient care necessitates a robust understanding of IV therapy, particularly the insertion and maintenance of peripheral IVs. The proposed Basic Peripheral IV class for nurses is designed to enhance the proficiency and confidence of nursing staff in performing peripheral IV insertions and management.

Speaker
Leah Morgan, PhD, RN
Dr. Morgan started as a full-time professor within Presbyterian School of Nursing in August 2021. She is a double graduate of UNC Chapel Hill School of Nursing and is an alumni of the Hillman Scholars in Nursing Innovation program. Her PhD focus was Nursing with a minor in Organizational Behavior. She has clinical experience within acute care pediatrics at UNC Children’s Hospital and has worked in public health at the Mecklenburg County Health Department. Dr. Morgan’s research has revolved around clinician well-being with a focus on burnout and building a more resilient workforce.

Learning Outcome
This workshop provides an overview of information to manage and provide care to patients receiving peripheral intravenous therapy and practice skills to assess and start IV.

CE
6.0 Contact Hours / 0.6 CEUs (Must attend both didactic and in person skills practice to earn the full credit)

Registration Fees
Early Bird Registration Fee $199.00 before 9/10/26
Regular Registration Fee $230.00 after 9/10/26

Policies and Disclaimers
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ADA Statement
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Cancellation Policy
- Cancellations must be in writing (email or mail).
- Registrants cancelling between two weeks and five full business days prior to the first day of the event are "refunded at 70% of the registration fee subject to a minimum $25 cancellation fee."
- No refunds or credits will be given for cancellations received less than five full business days prior to the event.
- No refunds or credit will be given for no-shows.
- No vouchers will be issued in lieu of a refund.
- Transfers/substitute(s) welcome (notify in advance of the program).

Registering for and attending a South Piedmont AHEC program authorizes South Piedmont AHEC to take audio, video, and/or still images to be used for promotional and educational purposes. If you have concerns, please speak with a South Piedmont AHEC team member.

Objectives

  • Enhance Practical Skills: Equip nurses with the practical skills required for the safe and effective insertion, maintenance, and removal of peripheral IVs
  • Locate Policy and Procedure for intravenous catheter insertion and therapy.
  • Select the appropriate supplies and equipment for initiating or discontinuing intravenous catheter therapy
  • Identify proper anatomical locations and catheter size for intravenous catheter insertion and therapy.
  • Demonstrate the procedure for intravenous catheter insertion.
  • Describe the procedural steps for changing intravenous solutions and intravenous tubing.
  • Describe and demonstrate how to convert a saline lock to an intravenous catheter infusion.
  • Discuss assessment and appropriate interventions for complications related to intravenous catheter site or infusion therapy.
  • Describe how to discontinue or convert an intravenous catheter infusion to a saline lock.
  • Differentiate common usage for isotonic, hypotonic, and hypertonic intravenous solutions.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of dosage calculation to determine intravenous flow rates.
  • Identify terms and abbreviations specific to intravenous catheter therapy.
  • Document intravenous catheter therapy appropriately.

Sessions

Status
Open
Presenter(s)
Leah Morgan PhD, RN
Date(s)
Sep 24 - 30, 2026
Check-In Time
9:00 AM
Credit
0.60 - CEU
6.00 - Contact Hours
6.00 - RN Refresher Clinical Hour Option
Location
Queens University School of Nursing

79100Open


Sep 24 - 30, 2026
Queens University School of Nursing
Kathy Calhoun RN, BSN

Fees


$0.00
South Piedmont AHEC RN Refresher Students Only-- Special Code Required
$199.00
Pre-Registration before 9/10/26

Credits


0.60
CEU
6.00
Contact Hours
6.00
RN Refresher Clinical Hour Option