Season 1 Episode 22: December 16, 2025 - ECG for PICC Tip Confirmation: Louisiana’s Practice Shift You Need to Hear About

In this episode of the INS Infusion Room, host Derek speaks with Carla Dillard about her extensive experience in nursing and the recent changes in the scope of practice for nurses in Louisiana. They discuss the introduction of electrocardiogram (ECG) technology for confirming catheter placements, the challenges faced in advocating for this change, and the successful presentation to the Louisiana Board of Nursing. Ms Dillard emphasizes the importance of data-driven advocacy and collaboration among nurses to improve patient care and outcomes.

Carla Dillard, MSN, RN, VA-BC

Carla Dillard, MSN, RN, VA-BC, serves as the Senior Clinical Advisor at Dynamic Access, a specialty she has embraced since 2005. Dynamic Access is committed to providing essential vascular access services across diverse settings, including acute care facilities, long-term care centers, nursing homes, and various organizations in 25 states across the United States. Throughout her journey, Carla has had the privilege of taking on various leadership roles, empowering her to make meaningful contributions to her organization’s clinical, operational, and educational initiatives.

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

Guest: Carla Dillard, MSN, RN, VA-BC

In this episode of the INS Infusion Room, host Derek speaks with Carla Dillard about her extensive experience in nursing and the recent changes in the scope of practice for nurses in Louisiana. They discuss the introduction of electrocardiogram (ECG) technology for confirming catheter placements, the challenges faced in advocating for this change, and the successful presentation to the Louisiana Board of Nursing. Ms Dillard emphasizes the importance of data-driven advocacy and collaboration among nurses to improve patient care and outcomes.

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