“3 Questions With…” is a video series showcasing thought leaders in healthcare specialties like Infection Prevention and Vascular Access. These experts provide insights, evidence, and best practices in response to pressing questions in their fields.

Eloquest Healthcare is proud to feature 3 Questions with Moira McErlean, BSN, RN, VA-BC. In this feature, Moira shares her source of inspiration, highlights critical yet underappreciated issues in the field of Pediatric Vascular Access, and offers key recommendations for enhancing patient outcomes.

Moira McErlean, RN, BSN, CRNI, is a pediatric vascular access expert with over 30 years of experience, currently serving on the Pediatric Vascular Access Team at Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital.

She is the President of the North East Ohio Association for Vascular Access and holds certifications in both CRNI and VA-BC. Moira has led initiatives in PICC and PIV team development, ultrasound-guided access, and evidence-based practice improvements. She is actively involved in national and regional professional organizations, including the Association for Vascular Access and the Infusion Nurses Society. With a deep background in clinical education and policy development, she remains a driving force in advancing pediatric vascular access standards.

Eloquest Healthcare, Inc. can partner with your institution to facilitate a Vascular Access Device Site Assessment to determine the state of vascular access device & dressing securement for patients in your facility, while providing you and your team with information on your facility’s infection risk, nurse efficiency, and potential product waste. Request a Vascular Access Device Site Assessment today!