[KLKRN]

I doubt that really matters since it's pretty clear she's been misinformed.

[Ginny Weasley]

I'm only a CNA and I'm allowed to hang I.V. bags. But then again, I guess it really depends on the state and the hospital your in.

[Karen_tn_37211]

Wonder what weird state the instuctor is referring to?


Her state.....the state of confusion....

[KLKRN]

Really? The only place I've seen that is in the home health setting. Are you talking about in a hospital you're allowed to hang IV's?

If so, is that specifically outlined as falling within your scope of practice for your CNA certification? Otherwise, both you and the facility you work for are opening yourselves up to serious liability issues.

[Haunted]

I do love dispelling these urban legends!!!!!!

[Haunted]

Originally Posted by Ginny Weasley

I'm only a CNA and I'm allowed to hang I.V. bags. But then again, I guess it really depends on the state and the hospital your in.

Ginny, you are not "allowed" to hang an IV. You are not licensed, you have a certification that does not cover you administering any medication. Technically you cannot administer a topical lotion, cream or patch. That is a national standard. Just curious, are you working in LTC????

Also, you are not "only" a CNA. You are a clinical partner and an integral part of the professional healthcare team. We all rely on each other . Your important to me .

[KLKRN]

I've worked in LTC and they don't usually even have IV's, at least the 2 facilities where I worked.

Ginny, I notice you're from California too. Haunted is absolutely correct, and I am certain the same holds true for all other states. You are not legally allowed to hang IV's - any IV's.

[richelle362]

LPNs cannot do IV push in PA, but can hang IVs. Any RN, diploma, ADN, BSN, can do IV push.

[Esther2007]

I am hanging IV meds and I am only a student at an ADN program. What difference does it makes? as long you are an RN, you should be able to do the same thing as another RN.

[AZRN4life]

An RN is an RN, whether you have an ADN or BSN. Certain meds though can only be given in certain areas. And certain areas may require a BSN in order to work there. Other than that, it ultimately depends on your individual state's nurse practice act.