IV Therapy Concepts and Review Certificate

This certificate program is designed for the licensed practical nurse, registered nurse, or other interested health care professional to obtain theoretical concepts and skills associated with intravenous therapy. Successful completion of the classroom and clinical components by the LPN meets the Iowa Board of Nursing  requirements for the LPN to perform procedures related to the expanded scope of practice for intravenous therapy.

Prerequisites for LPNs only: 1) Hold a current unrestricted Iowa License as an LPN; 2) Documentation of 2080 hours of practice as an LPN; 3) Employed in a licensed hospital, a licensed skilled nursing facility, or a certified end-state renal dialysis unit whose policies allow the LPN to perform procedures related to the expanded scope of IV therapy; and, 4) Achieve a score of 90 percent or greater on the state LPN IV Math pre-test is required prior to enrollment into the course.