From ICU Initiative to a Growing Hospital-Wide Practice: The Evolution of the Nurse-Led Midline Insertion Program at King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center-Jeddah
Authors: Mahasen Segovia Juaton, BSN, RN, PGDipN, MN, MCSc Fadi Numan Alshatarat, BSN, RN, CM, CCNE Noha Mohammed Alharazi, BSN, RN, PGDipME, MSc, CCNE, CSCP Raghda Jamil Nazer, BSN, RN, MPA, CCNE, CPHQ Background Central venous catheters (CVCs) are important medical devices. However, their use is associated with an inherent risk of central line-associated bloodstream […]
Connections Through Leadership
It is both an honor and a profound responsibility to introduce myself to you as the current President of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS). Like so many of you, my journey in nursing has been shaped by curiosity, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to patient care. I have been a nurse since 2005, and the […]
Dr. Marlene Steinheiser Selected to Be Inducted as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing
NORWOOD, MA — Infusion Nurses Society (INS) is pleased to announce that Dr. Marlene Steinheiser, PhD, RN, CRNI®, Chief Clinical Officer at INS, has been selected to become a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing (Academy). Induction is one of nursing’s highest honors, recognizing sustained, significant contributions to health and health care. The Academy […]
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AI Won’t Replace Nurses—But It Will Redefine Who Leads Healthcare
Let’s tell the truth—clearly. Artificial Intelligence is not coming. It is already here. Quietly embedded in clinical workflows.Silently influencing decisions.Rapidly reshaping how care is delivered, documented, and measured. From predictive analytics to automated documentation…From virtual triage systems to AI-assisted diagnostics… Healthcare is no longer evolving. It is being reengineered. And yet, one question continues to […]
The Effectiveness and Safety of Intracavitary Electrocardiogram-Guided Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter in Pediatric Patients: A Single Center Retrospective Review
Tyler Recklein, MSN, RN, VA-BC, Rebecca Bachik, BSN, RN, VA-BC, CNPI ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the accuracy and safety of intracavitary electrocardiography (IC-ECG) guidance for peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) tip confirmation in pediatric inpatients by comparing IC-ECG findings with post-procedural chest radiograph interpretation. Methods: A retrospective observational review was conducted of pediatric inpatient PICC […]
INS Attends WoCoVA 9th World Congress on Vascular Access
The WoCoVA Congress, hosted by the Global Vascular Network (GloVANet), is a biennial international meeting that brings together multidisciplinary and multi-professional experts focused on every aspect of vascular access. The Congress offers exceptional opportunities for collaboration, professional networking, and exposure to emerging evidence and best practices. Attendees gain a global perspective on advances in vascular […]
INS 2026: A Look Back at the Annual Meeting & Exhibition
The INS 2026 Annual Meeting & Exhibition had a more intimate feel in Louisville, KY. The city was easy to navigate, incredibly walkable, and full of local charm. The Galt House provided a warm and welcoming home base, with plenty to do both inside the hotel and just steps away. Exceptional Educational ProgrammingThe conference began […]
INS 2026 Speaker Highlights
INS 2026 Annual Meeting is bringing together an exceptional group of speakers from across the infusion nursing community, and we wanted to give you a chance to get to know them beyond their credentials. We asked a few of our featured presenters to answer some get-to-know-you questions, and their responses just might surprise you. From […]
IV Nurse Week 2026: Education That Moves Practice Forward
Each year, IV Nurse Week is an opportunity to recognize the expertise, dedication, and impact of infusion nurses. This year, however, we intentionally went beyond celebration. Our goal was to provide meaningful, practice-focused education that nurses could immediately apply in their clinical environments. Throughout the week, INS delivered three podcasts and three live webinars designed […]