Kristin Jacobs, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC®, CRNI®, VA-BC™ will present at AVA’s 2026 Scientific Meeting in Grapevine, Texas on Friday, October 2, 11am-12pm.
Her presentation is titled “Unveiling the Cost and Risk of Peripheral IV Complications: A Nationwide Data Analysis of 7.1 Million Patients.” Peripheral intravenous catheters are among the most common invasive devices used in healthcare, yet the broader impact of PIVC-associated complications is often underrecognized. This presentation examines nationwide real-world data from 7.1 million hospitalized surgical patients to explore the clinical and economic burden associated with these complications. Findings demonstrate important associations with increased length of stay, hospital costs, and readmissions, highlighting why even relatively infrequent complications can have a significant impact when viewed across the healthcare system. The session will challenge us to think beyond individual device events and consider how better recognition, measurement, and systems of care can improve vascular access outcomes.
When asked why she is excited to present at AVA, here is what Dr. Jacobs had to say:
“AVA has always felt like family to me. The Scientific Meeting is a chance to reconnect with people who share a passion for vascular access and understand the work we do every day. I look forward to the conversations, the learning, the laughter, and the opportunity to come together as a community to continue advancing our specialty.”
Kristin Jacobs, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC®, CRNI®, VA-BC™, is a doctorally prepared nurse leader with more than 35 years of nursing experience. She currently serves as Director for Peripheral Advantage at B. Braun Medical, where she focuses on outcomes-driven peripheral intravenous catheter practice improvement.
Dr. Jacobs has served for 13 years as President of the Florida Gulf Coast Vascular Access Network (GulfVAN), an Association for Vascular Access network serving the Tampa Bay area. Her national AVA service includes leadership roles on the Education Committee, Board Development Commission, and IV League Learning. She currently serves on the AVA Board of Directors as President-Elect.
Dr. Jacobs earned her Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from Chamberlain University. Her doctoral project, The Power of the Peripheral Intravenous Bundle, focused on improving peripheral intravenous catheter care and patient outcomes. She is passionate about elevating vascular access practice through leadership, education, clinical excellence, and evidence translation.
VACC will be exhibiting at AVASM26. Stop by Booth 324 to learn about getting Board Certified in Vascular Access. If you already have your credential, give a testimonial to receive a limited edition VA-BC™ water bottle!
