PICC Insertion: A Comprehensive Guide
Course Information
Course Code
PIIR110
Instruction Method
Online modules and one day workshop. Workshop dates may change due to unexpected events or unforeseen restrictions or number of attendees.
Fee
$775
Length
Continuous enrolment
Instructor(s)
Mark St. Denis, Shahvand Masihi
Evaluation Method
Online learning checks, online exam and competency assessment.
Post-course commitment to have successful PICC insertions documented by supervisor.
Intended For
Regulated Health Profession/ Nurse/ Medical Radiation Technologist
Note:
PIIR110 PICC Insertion
Workshop dates:
September 25, 2021
December 4, 2021
February 26, 2022
June 4, 2022
September 10, 2022
Text Book
Location
Topics Covered
- Various types
- Ultrasound Physics
- Vascular Anatomy and Site Selection
- Preparing for PICC Insertion
- Inserting the PICC
- Insertion Techniques and Catheter tip Confirmation
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters
- Managing Complications
- Documentation
- PICC Care and Maintenance
- Patient Education
- Sterile Field
PIIR110 – PICC Insertion- A Comprehensive Guide
Students will be required to successfully complete the online portion, after which they will attend a full-day workshop (at UHN). (covered by the online registration fee)
The students are then expected to return to their home hospital to achieve the 10 successful PICC insertions, signed off by a manager (or like position). Submitting the signed paperwork will initiate generating the Certificate of Completion.
If it is not possible to complete 10 PICC insertions at home hospital, students may apply for a 1 week placement at JDMI-UHN. Please contact ce@michener.ca for details and fees.
Immunization record must be confirmed for JDMI-UHN placement. Immunization form.
