Implementation of Central Venous Access Device (CVAD) training to General Ward (GW) nurses by ICU Nursing Outreach Team
Care Continuum
Training ＆ Education
National University Health System Quality Improvement
National University Health System
31 December 2023
Train at least 80% of General Ward nurses to confidently manage Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD). The training program improved the General Ward nurses' skills in managing CVADs, leading to better patient outcomes.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Continuum, Training ＆ Education, Inpatient Care, Learning Approach, Inter-Professional Education
About this Content
Aims
Train at least 80% of General Ward nurses to confidently manage Central Venous Access Devices (CVAD).
Background
General Ward nurses lacked proper training to manage CVADs, resulting in underutilization of these devices, which are critical for patients with difficult peripheral venous access.
Methods
Provided Train-the-Trainer (TTT) sessions for ICU Nursing Outreach Team, followed by competency assessments and hands-on training for General Ward nurses.
Results
95% of General Ward nurses reported being confident in managing CVADs post-training, improving patient care.
Conclusion
The training program improved the General Ward nurses' skills in managing CVADs, leading to better patient outcomes.
Lessons Learnt
A systematic, multi-phase training program ensured practical competence, and ongoing support increased nurse confidence in CVAD management.
Keywords
CVAD, General Ward, Nurse Training, Patient Care, Critical Care
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National University Health System |
Organization(s) Involved | Ng Teng Fong General Hospital |
Platform(s) | National University Health System Quality Improvement |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Nursing |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Intensive Care Medicine |
Project Lead(s) | Rebecca Lim Shi Han |
Project Member(s) | Low Ting Jun |
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Rebecca Lim Shi Han - rebecca_sh_lim@nuhs.edu.sg