Vascular Access Credentialing and Certification: Complete Guide

Complete guide to vascular access credentialing and certification: VA-BC, CRNI, PICC insertion competency, ultrasound credentialing, institutional privileging, and building a credentialing program.

5 articles Updated Feb 2026

VA-BC Certification: Complete Guide to Vascular Access Board Certification

Complete guide to VA-BC (Vascular Access Board Certified) certification: eligibility requirements, exam content domains, application process, exam preparation, and recertification requirements through AVAR/CBVN.

Ultrasound Credentialing in Vascular Access Programs: Implementation Guide

Implementation guide for ultrasound credentialing in vascular access programs: defining scope, training curriculum design, simulation, proctored cases, privileges documentation, maintenance, and program-level quality metrics.

PICC Insertion Competency Framework: From Novice to Independent Practice

Complete PICC insertion competency framework: didactic training content, simulation requirements, proctored case minimums, competency checklist, privileges documentation, and annual competency maintenance requirements.

Institutional Privileging for Vascular Access: Building a Defensible Framework

Framework for building an institutional vascular access privileging program: scope of practice delineation, privilege categories, competency documentation, re-privileging, medical staff credentialing vs. nursing competency, and TJC compliance.

CRNI Certification: Complete Guide to Certified Registered Nurse Infusion

Complete guide to CRNI (Certified Registered Nurse Infusion) certification: eligibility requirements, exam content domains, application process, CRNI vs VA-BC comparison, and recertification.