Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Christina Fischer, MSN, MBA, RN, CRNI®, IgCN

Summary

In this episode, Christie Fisher discusses the major market disruptors shaping healthcare today, including AI, technology, value-based care, and precision medicine, and how infusion nurses can adapt to these changes while maintaining core compassionate care.

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Jeannine Blake, PhD, RN

Title: More Than a Pump: The Hidden Factors That Shape Infusion Safety

Summary

In this episode, Dr Jeannine Blake discusses infusion safety, the complexities of infusion devices, and strategies to improve patient outcomes through better equipment management and safety practices.

Sponsored by

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Dr Jane Carrington, PhD, RN, FAMIA, FAAN

Summary

In this episode, Dr. Carrington shares insights on the evolving role of AI in nursing, addressing its potential, challenges, and responsible adoption. Discover how AI is transforming patient care, decision support, and nursing education, and learn practical advice for clinicians navigating this technological frontier.

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guests:

Johlee S. Odinet, PharmD, BCPS, CPPS, System Director – Medication Safety | Ochsner Health

Richard Stansbury, PharmD, Willow Inpatient System Informatics Pharmacist | Ochsner Health

Summary:

In this episode, Ochsner Health leaders share how low Guardrail compliance prompted a systemwide effort to standardize infusion practice, implement smart pump interoperability, and use Medication Safety Analytics to turn pump data into actionable safety insights.

Sponsored by BD

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Jessica Wilson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CCRN

Summary

In this episode, Jessica Wilson discusses the importance of smart pump interoperability in infusion therapy, its impact on patient safety, workflow efficiency, and future innovations in health care technology.

Sponsored By:

Fresenius Kabi

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Dr Mathias Danielsen, MD, PhD

Summary

In this episode of the INS Infusion Room, Derek sits down with Dr Mathias Brix Danielsen from Denmark to discuss hypodermoclysis, also known as subcutaneous hydration or infusion. The conversation explores why this underused technique deserves more attention in geriatric, cognitive impairment, and long-term care settings.

Reference

Danielsen, M.B., Andersen, S. & O'Keeffe, S. Parenteral hydration and the cognitively impaired: the important role of subcutaneous hydration. Eur Geriatr Med (2026). https://doi.org/10.1007/s41999-026-01513-y

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guests: Meghan Trupiano & Susan Richberg

Summary

In this episode, we take a behind-the-scenes look at INS Member Services, the certification process, and the future of the Infusion Nurses Society. Join Megan Trupiano, Director of Member Services, and Susan Richberg, Senior Member Services Associate, as they share valuable insights into the resources and support available to members, offer practical guidance for certification success, and discuss upcoming initiatives designed to advance the profession and enhance the member experience. Whether you're considering certification, looking to maximize your INS membership, or curious about what's ahead for the Society, this conversation is packed with valuable information for infusion nurses and health care professionals alike.

Host: Derek Fox, MSN, RN, VA-BC, CRNI®, NEA-BC

Guest: Dr Lois Rajcan, PhD, RN

Summary

This episode features Dr Lois Rajcan, an Infusion Therapy and Vascular Access Standards of Practice 10th edition committee member, discussing best practices, standards, and organizational strategies for safe port access. Learn about the importance of competency, evidence-based practices, and patient-centered care in vascular access management.

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2. Swaminathan L, Flanders S, Horowitz J, Zhang Q, O'Malley M, Chopra V. Safety and Outcomes of Midline Catheters vs Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters for Patients With Short-term Indications: A Multicenter Study. JAMA Intern Med. Jan 1 2022;182(1):50-58. doi:10.1001/jamainternmed.2021.6844

3. McGinnis P, Camp S, Cheema M, et al. Midline and central line catheters usage and blood stream infection: Trends and insights from 2016 to 2024. Am J Emerg Med. Jun 2026;104:106-117. doi:10.1016/j.ajem.2026.03.004

4. Marsh N, Larsen EN, Takashima M, et al. Peripheral intravenous catheter failure: A secondary analysis of risks from 11,830 catheters. International Journal of Nursing Studies. 2021;124:N.PAG-N.PAG. doi:10.1016/j.ijnurstu.2021.104095

5. Fernandez-Fernandez I, Parra-García G, Blanco-Mavillard I. Vascular access specialist teams versus standard practice for catheter insertion and prevention of failure: a systematic review. BMJ Open. 2024;14(7):e082631. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2023-082631