Who’s Who at Infusion Knowledge

ADMINISTRATIVE & OFFICE STAFF

Kay Coulter, RN, CRNI, VA-BC | Owner, Principal Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Kay Coulter

Kay Coulter, RN, CRNI, VA-BC

Owner, Principal Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Kay is a nationally recognized infusion therapy clinician who has over 35 years of experience related to the specialty practice of infusion therapy.  She has dedicated numerous years providing IV therapy-related education and consulting to all levels of healthcare providers, institutions, and organizations.  Kay is the Owner and Principal Instructor for Infusion Knowledge, Inc. where she presents on all aspects of IV therapy education, infusion-related legal issues, and PICC Qualification.  She personally created the well-known CRNI® Review Program, which has been assisting nurses to successfully pass the CRNI® Exam for over 20 years; and most recently the VA-BC™ Exam Review Program.  Kay is qualified as a Legal Nurse Consultant and has been retained as an expert witness for clinical infusion therapy legal matters.  Publications of her work have appeared in the Journal of Intravenous Nursing, Home Infusion Therapy Management, INS Newsline, and Vital Signs.  Kay has contributed to books on IV techniques, including Expert Rapid Response and Handbook of Infusion Therapy; and served as a Technical Editor for the book titled IV Therapy for Dummies.  In 2016 she co-authored the Study Guide for Vascular Access Certification and most recently, in 2023, she authored and published Basic IV Therapy for Medical Assistants.

David Markle, Jr., BSN, RN, VA-BC | Executive Director & Legal Nurse Consultant


David Markle

David Markle, Jr., BSN, RN, VA-BC

Executive Director & Legal Nurse Consultant

David is a healthcare leader specializing in clinical education, infusion therapy, and vascular access. He serves as Executive Director of Infusion Knowledge and as a nurse leader at AdventHealth Orlando, where he leads high-performing teams focused on safety, quality outcomes, and evidence-based practice. With 18 years of nursing experience and more than 25 years in prehospital emergency medicine, David brings a broad, systems-level perspective to clinical operations and patient care delivery.  A recipient of the 2022 AVA Impact Award, David actively advances the specialty through leadership roles with the Florida Association for Vascular Access Network (FLAVAN) and the Association for Vascular Access. He is passionate about professional development, competency validation, and building sustainable education programs that strengthen clinical excellence in infusion therapy and vascular access. Committed to service beyond the hospital setting, David volunteers extensively within his community, supporting initiatives that improve access to care and professional growth.

Jenny Davis, BA | Office Manager


Jenny Davis

Jenny Davis, BA

Office Manager

Jenny began her career in healthcare over 30 years ago.  Her experience includes materials management, accounting, and administrative support for BayCare Health System’s continuing education department.  With her impressive organizational skills and ability to multi-task, she quickly advanced; eventually managing the state provider numbers for multiple disciplines, as well as coordinating classes for the corporate education division.  In 2001 she saw an opportunity to grow and further develop her extensive skill set with Infusion Knowledge.  Since that time, she has established multiple systems that have made operations more efficient and customer friendly; and overall is responsible for a more streamlined way of conducting business.  Her unique ability of process identification and implementation has been invaluable in the growth and continued success of the company.  Jenny assumed responsibility for the day-to-day operations of Infusion Knowledge in 2005, and since that time has managed the support staff and associate instructors/ consultants, built multiple online programs, and implemented the Infusion Knowledge University learning management system.  She is a loyal and dedicated employee who understands the vision and goals of Infusion Knowledge.

Angie Randall | Administrative Assistant


Angie Randall

Angie Randall

Administrative Assistant

Angie began her career in the insurance industry over 30 years ago; starting in claims processing, then moving into general lines as a customer service representative, where after only 6 months she was promoted to Office Manager.  She furthered her career by learning both the sales and claims divisions of the insurance industry.  Angie then took time off to stay at home and raise her children, and upon returning to the workforce she joined Infusion Knowledge in October of 2018.  She has since dedicated herself to learning about the healthcare industry and has taken over many tasks during her time with the company.  Angie is a valuable asset to the Infusion Knowledge team!

ADVISORY BOARD & CONSULTANTS


Christina Coulter, PhD, ARNP | Advisory Board


Christina Coulter

Christina Coulter, PhD, ARNP

Advisory Board

Christina graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2001 and a subsequent BA in Gerontology. She spent 7 years working in a variety of areas with older adults; including adult protective services, community care management, mental health, elder law, and private home-care management. She received her BSN in 2009 and her Master of Nursing in 2011 from the University of Washington. Christina maintains an active internal medicine practice in Seattle, Washington, and recently earned her PhD in Nursing Science at the University of Washington.

Lee Melvin, MSN-Ed, RN, CRNI, VA-BC Advisory Board, Associate Consultant & IV Program Coordinator for NH


Lee Melvin

Lee Melvin, MSN-Ed, RN, CRNI, VA-BC

Advisory Board, Associate Consultant & IV Program Coordinator for NH

Lee has a vast nursing background spanning over three decades. He has worked in a variety of care settings as a staff nurse, a consultant, in management and in industry. He developed a passion for infusion therapy early in his nursing career and gained his Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI) credentials in 1997. He also gained his Vascular Access Board Certification (VA-BC) during the inaugural testing period in December 2010. He completed his Master of Science in Nursing Education (MSN-Ed) in 2018 at Excelsior College. He has experience with various vascular access devices, care and maintenance, quality improvement, mentoring, and coaching. Lee has presented at local and national conferences on various infusion-related topics. He possesses skills in product evaluation and implementation. He has taught best practices in IV therapy for many years, often receiving excellent reviews from participants. He has received a number of awards and achievements in his role in the industry. He is a member of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS), the Association for Vascular Access (AVA), the National League for Nursing (NLN), and Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor Society. He served on the board of the Florida Gulfcoast INS Chapter from 1997-2001.

Linda Bednarczyk, RN, CRNI | Associate Consultant


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Linda Bednarczyk, RN, CRNI

Associate Consultant

Linda has been a practicing nurse and IV clinician for over 35 years. Her background in IV therapy began on an acute care IV Team where she was the manager, as well as a hands-on member for 8 years. Her experience also includes 6 years as a home infusion clinician, and numerous years as an infusion pharmacy coordinator, consultant and educator for long-term care facilities. Her experience and knowledge related to IV therapy is extensive. Linda’s passion for promoting the best IV therapy practice is evident in her teaching style and effective precepting of students.

ASSOCIATE INSTRUCTORS

Chelsea Achenbach, BSN, RN, VA-BC | Associate Instructor


Chelsea Achenbach

Chelsea Achenbach, BSN, RN, VA-BC

Associate Instructor

Chelsea is a registered nurse with over 15 years of clinical experience, including six years of specialized practice in vascular access. She currently serves as a PICC nurse on the IV team at BayCare Health System, where she performs PICC line, midline, and ultrasound-guided peripheral IV procedures. In addition to her clinical role, Chelsea precepts and mentors resident nurses on IV insertion and maintenance, trains experienced nurses on ultrasound-guided vascular access techniques, and serves as an Associate Instructor with Infusion Knowledge. Her previous nursing experience includes wound care, medical-surgical telemetry, home health, and orthopedics, providing her with a broad clinical foundation that enhances her vascular access practice. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of South Florida and earned her Vascular Access Board certification (VA-BC) in January of 2026. Chelsea is passionate about clinical excellence, education, and advancing best practices in vascular access care.

Jennie Golden, BSN, RN, CRNI, MBA/HCM | Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant


Jennie Golden

Jennie Golden, BSN, RN, CRNI, MBA/HCM

Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Jennie has been a nurse for over 20 years and has an extensive background in infusion therapy practice. Her academic accomplishments include a Baccalaureate Science of Nursing (BSN) and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management. Jennie’s background in nursing includes med-surg, outpatient infusion services, home infusion, pharmacy, vascular access teams, and management. She also has experience with the development of infusion policies and procedures, as well as educational tools for patients and staff members. Jennie is a practicing clinician on the Venous Access Team at Advent Health and holds a Clinical Operations Manager position with CVS Health. She also actively precepts and mentors nurses in vascular access and PICC/Midline insertion. Jennie has been a CRNI since 2009 and is a member of both the national and the local chapter of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS). She is also a member of the Association for Vascular Access (AVA). Jennie is recognized by her peers to follow best practices related to vascular access and encourages other healthcare providers to do the same.

Margaret S. Grosz, RN, CRNI | Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant


Margaret S. Grosz

Margaret S. Grosz, RN, CRNI

Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Margaret has been an RN for over 40 years. Her background includes intensive care for both adults and pediatrics, outpatient surgery, home care, home infusion, and infusion pharmacy liaison. Margaret also has extensive experience in management with a special focus on clinician skills and facilitating quality infusion care for patients. She has experience with the development of infusion policies and procedures while employed in multiple infusion positions (for pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics). Margaret has been a CRNI since 1990 and is a member of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS). She has presented at local and national conferences on numerous infusion-related topics. Margaret firmly believes in infusion best practices for patient safety and clinical practice. Setting the standard as a clinical manager begins with a strong knowledge of infusion, evidence-based practice, hands-on care, and teaching to other clinicians, for which Margaret is an extraordinary example.

Carol Van Buren, BSN, RN, VA-BC | Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant


Carol Van Buren

Carol Van Buren, BSN, RN, VA-BC

Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Carol has over 30 years of nursing experience. Her background includes adult critical care, neonatal intensive care, and vascular access where she placed ultrasound-guided PICCs, midlines, and peripheral IVs. As part of the IV Team within the BayCare Health System, she played an active role in educating newly graduated nurses, participated in skills fairs for ER/ICU staff, and took on a management position on the Morton Plant Hospital IV Team. Carol earned her vascular access certification (VA-BC) in 2014 and is a member of the Association for Vascular Access (AVA) as well as the local GulfVAN and FlaVAN chapters. As an Associate Instructor with Infusion Knowledge she teaches PICC education, vascular access education, and facilitates IV skills labs on a regular basis. Her expertise and enthusiasm are positively received by her students.

LEGAL NURSE & PHLEBOTOMY CONSULTANTS

Jodi Avery, BSN, RN, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant – Neonatal/Pediatric Expert


Jodi Avery

Jodi Avery, BSN, RN, VA-BC

Legal Nurse Consultant – Neonatal/Pediatric Expert

Jodi has been a nurse for over 20 years and has an extensive background in neonatal intensive care and vascular access. Her academic accomplishments include a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Georgia College and State University in 2001. Jodi received her board certification for vascular access (VA-BC) in 2013. She is an active member of the neonatal and adult PICC teams, as well as a preceptor and team leader for the neonatal PICC team. Jodi has helped develop newborn policies and procedures for newly opened hospitals. She has also served as a transport nurse on a neonatal and pediatric transport team. Currently, Jodi is a practicing clinician in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in Tampa, Florida where she serves as a preceptor for vascular access, charge nurse, and bedside staff, and works per diem on the adult and pediatric Venous Access Team.

John Bell, MSN, RN, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant


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John Bell, MSN, RN, VA-BC

Legal Nurse Consultant

Jon holds his Master of Science in Nursing and is an RN with nearly 30 years of emergency medical experience and 15 years of experience in surgical care.  He has combined these backgrounds to specialize in vascular access education and built a successful vascular access specialist team.  Jon went on to gain experience as a clinical education consultant.  Mr. Bell received board certification in vascular access (VA-BC) in 2018 and is actively involved in the Association for Vascular Access (AVA).  He has presented at multiple national and regional conferences.  Jon enjoys connecting with students to share best practices and mentor critical thinking skills.

James Campbell, Jr., RN, CRNI | Legal Nurse Consultant


James Campbell

James Campbell, Jr., RN, CRNI

Legal Nurse Consultant

James has been in nursing for over thirty years. His experience includes the Emergency Department, ICU, CCU, and Vascular Access. James has worked for Duke University for the past twenty-eight years and is currently working in the Infectious Disease Clinic 1K. He provides Central Venous Access Device Education for the entire Duke health system. He also developed the OPAT (Outpatient Antimicrobial Therapy) program and was the first Vascular Access Nurse to place a PICC (Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter) for this new program. James served in the Army during the 1st Gulf War as a 91C (medic) Sergeant at Walson Army Medical Center.

Deborah Cooke, BS, BSN, RN, CRNI | Legal Nurse Consultant


Deborah Cooke

Deborah Cooke, BS, BSN, RN, CRNI

Legal Nurse Consultant

Deborah brings over 20 years of healthcare experience to her role as an educator and legal nurse consultant. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, combining a strong foundation in health and wellness with advanced clinical expertise. She spent 12 years as a dietitian before transitioning to nursing, working in emergency departments in Michigan and Florida for 8 years. For the past 5 years, Ms. Cooke has specialized in vascular access, earning Vascular Access Board Certification (VA-BC) and expertise in device placement, management, and complication prevention. Passionate about excellence in patient care, Deborah shares her knowledge through teaching and provides valuable insight in legal evaluations of nursing practice.

Rebecca Egert, CPT | Legal Consultant – Phlebotomy Expert


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Rebecca Egert, CPT

Legal Consultant – Phlebotomy Expert

Becky has over 30 years of hands-on phlebotomy experience and knowledge. Nationally certified since 1996 by ASPT (the American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians) she continues to stay current on policies and procedures, equipment, and continuing education. During her career Becky has worked in both the outpatient and inpatient settings, including three years in an Emergency Room. With experience from newborns to geriatrics, trauma to routine labs, she is well versed in every type of phlebotomy scenario. Becky’s phlebotomy career has included being a trainer, staff coordinator/supervisor, and patient liaison, where she resolved concerns, discord, and anxiety resulting from the phlebotomy experience.

Jennie Golden, BSN, RN, CRNI, MBA/HCM | Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant


Jennie Golden

Jennie Golden, BSN, RN, CRNI, MBA/HCM

Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Jennie has been a nurse for over 20 years and has an extensive background in infusion therapy practice. Her academic accomplishments include a Baccalaureate Science of Nursing (BSN) and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Healthcare Management. Jennie’s background in nursing includes med-surg, outpatient infusion services, home infusion, pharmacy, vascular access teams, and management. She also has experience with the development of infusion policies and procedures, as well as educational tools for patients and staff members. Jennie is a practicing clinician on the Venous Access Team at Advent Health and holds a Clinical Operations Manager position with CVS Health. She also actively precepts and mentors nurses in vascular access and PICC/Midline insertion. Jennie has been a CRNI since 2009 and is a member of both the national and the local chapter of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS). She is also a member of the Association for Vascular Access (AVA). Jennie is recognized by her peers to follow best practices related to vascular access and encourages other healthcare providers to do the same.

Margaret S. Grosz, RN, CRNI | Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant


Margaret S. Grosz

Margaret S. Grosz, RN, CRNI

Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Margaret has been an RN for over 40 years. Her background includes intensive care for both adults and pediatrics, outpatient surgery, home care, home infusion, and infusion pharmacy liaison. Margaret also has extensive experience in management with a special focus on clinician skills and facilitating quality infusion care for patients. She has experience with the development of infusion policies and procedures while employed in multiple infusion positions (for pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics). Margaret has been a CRNI since 1990 and is a member of the Infusion Nurses Society (INS). She has presented at local and national conferences on numerous infusion-related topics. Margaret firmly believes in infusion best practices for patient safety and clinical practice. Setting the standard as a clinical manager begins with a strong knowledge of infusion, evidence-based practice, hands-on care, and teaching to other clinicians, for which Margaret is an extraordinary example.

Kristyn Kautz, BA, ADN, RN, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant


Kristyn Kautz

Kristyn Kautz, BA, ADN, RN, VA-BC

Legal Nurse Consultant

Kristyn has been a registered nurse for over 14 years with experience in the areas of psychiatric, bariatric, and neurology. She haa been a vascular access nurse since 2020 and became Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC) in 2023. Kristyn is currently a Team Leader on a vascular access team in Tampa where she is an active member of the CLABSI taskforce and a preceptor to new employees. She is very passionate about vascular access and enjoys teaching and educating others about the specialty.

Tracy Keller, BSN, RN, CRNI | Legal Nurse Consultant


Tracy Keller

Tracy Keller, BSN, RN, CRNI

Legal Nurse Consultant

Tracy has worked as a registered nurse for over 20 years with specialty practice areas in teaching, research, progressive care, and infusion. Her academic accomplishments include a Bachelor of Science (BSN) degree in Nursing from ASU and a recent CRNI certification. She is currently pursuing a Doctor of Nursing degree as an AGACNP. Tracy’s clinical specialty areas consist of clinical faculty instruction, working with phase II-III clinical research trials, and 10 years of working in the Progressive Care Unit. Currently, she works in in ambulatory infusion in the clinical, hospital, and home settings. Tracy is a former Daisy Award recipient awarded at Mayo Clinic (Feb 2022) and is a member of the Network of the Arizona Association for Vascular Access (AzVAN), the Infusion Nurses Society (INS), and a board member of the Vascular Access Advancement Group, Inc.

Dana Morris LaMotte, RN | Legal Nurse Consultant - Apheresis / Plasma Donation Expert


Dana Morris LaMotte

Dana Morris LaMotte, RN

Legal Nurse Consultant – Apheresis / Plasma Donation Expert

Dana is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of clinical expertise in hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplantation, and apheresis. Dana has dedicated her career to advancing patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center. She is currently a Clinical Nurse III in hematology/oncology outpatient infusion where she performs MNC apheresis procedures for stem cell transplantation and Car-T cell therapy, both for standard of care and for research. In addition to her clinical work, Dana has served as a clinical instructor for UCSF’s Master’s Entry Program in Nursing (MEPN). She is passionate about patient advocacy and mentoring the next generation of nurses. Dana holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and maintains certifications in ONS/ONCC chemotherapy and biotherapy, as well as multiple CAR-T and apheresis-specific training.

David Markle, Jr., BSN, RN, VA-BC | Executive Director & Legal Nurse Consultant


David Markle

David Markle, Jr., BSN, RN, VA-BC

Executive Director & Legal Nurse Consultant

David is a healthcare leader specializing in clinical education, infusion therapy, and vascular access. He serves as Executive Director of Infusion Knowledge and as a nurse leader at AdventHealth Orlando, where he leads high-performing teams focused on safety, quality outcomes, and evidence-based practice. With 18 years of nursing experience and more than 25 years in prehospital emergency medicine, David brings a broad, systems-level perspective to clinical operations and patient care delivery.  A recipient of the 2022 AVA Impact Award, David actively advances the specialty through leadership roles with the Florida Association for Vascular Access Network (FLAVAN) and the Association for Vascular Access. He is passionate about professional development, competency validation, and building sustainable education programs that strengthen clinical excellence in infusion therapy and vascular access. Committed to service beyond the hospital setting, David volunteers extensively within his community, supporting initiatives that improve access to care and professional growth.

Barbara McElroy, MSN, RN, CRNI, OCN, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant


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Barbara McElroy, MSN, RN, CRNI, OCN, VA-BC

Legal Nurse Consultant

Barbara has over 25 years of experience in infusion therapy and clinical education. She is currently a clinical educator at New England Life Care, developing clinical education in the areas of infusion and oncology nursing while maintaining clinical expertise via direct patient care. Additionally, Barbara has provided nursing instruction in BSN programs at Plymouth State and Rivier Universities; is director of a BON-approved LPN IV course; and provides clinical expertise in legal cases (both plaintiff and defense) related to infusion therapy. She holds certifications in vascular access, infusion, and oncology nursing, and holds an MSN from American Sentinel University. She has developed multiple CE courses in the area of infusion and is a frequent contributor to the National Home Infusion Association’s Infusion magazine and presents regularly at national conferences. Barbara is a member of the Association for Vascular Access, the Infusion Nurses Society, the Oncology Nursing Society, and the American Nurses Association.

Rae Murray, BSN, RN | Legal Nurse Consultant - Oncology Expert


Rae Murray

Rae Murray, BSN, RN

Legal Nurse Consultant – Oncology Expert

Rae is an experienced California Registered Nurse with over 25 years in nursing and 17 years specializing in chemotherapy infusion for both inpatient and outpatient settings. Her expertise includes implanted port access and maintenance, IV initiation and care, and PICC line management. Rae is known for delivering high-quality patient care with a focus on chemotherapy infusion safety and patient education.

Chantale Padilla, BSN, RN, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant


Chantale Padilla

Chantale Padilla, BSN, RN, VA-BC

Associate Instructor & Legal Nurse Consultant

Chantale has over 25 years of nursing experience including 10 years in Intensive Care specializing in cardiovascular, neuro, and trauma. She transitioned from the ICU to practice as a sedation nurse for Interventional Radiology where she assisted with special procedures such as angiograms involving stent placements and placements of varying infusion catheters. Chantale has been practicing as a Vascular Access specialist for fifteen years and is currently the supervisor for a vascular access team at a local hospital. She routinely utilizes ultrasound guidance for the insertion of PICC/midlines, peripheral IV catheters, and arterial access devices. She also teaches ultrasound-guided vascular access on a regular basis. Chantale is Vascular Access-Board Certified (VA-BC), a member of the Association for Vascular Access (AVA) and the Florida Gulf Coast Vascular Access Network (GulfVAN).

Evelyn Somarriba, CCHT | Legal Consultant - Hemodialysis Expert


Evelyn Somarriba

Evelyn Somarriba, CCHT

Legal Consultant – Hemodialysis Expert

Evelyn is a Certified Clinical Hemodialysis Technician with over a decade of hands-on dialysis experience. Since 2013, she has worked with Fresenius Medical Care in both in-center chronic dialysis clinics and acute hospital settings, providing safe, high-quality dialysis treatments to diverse patient populations. Throughout her career, Evelyn has advanced to the role of PCT III and Preceptor, where she trains and mentors new technicians, supports clinical competency, and ensures adherence to nationally recognized dialysis standards, policies, and procedures. Her expertise spans chronic and acute hemodialysis, patient assessment, machine operation and safety, infection control, and direct patient support during high-risk treatments. Evelyn is known for her professionalism, strong clinical judgment, and commitment to patient advocacy. Her extensive real-world dialysis experience allows her to contribute valuable insight to legal case reviews involving hemodialysis care, practice, and standards.

Thomas Stewart, Jr., DNP, RN | Legal Nurse Consultant - Dialysis / Hemodialysis Expert


Thomas Stewart

Thomas Stewart, Jr., DNP, RN

Legal Nurse Consultant – Dialysis / Hemodialysis Expert

Thomas is an accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience in dialysis nursing and clinical informatics management. With a strong clinical care and healthcare technology background, Thomas brings a unique perspective to our team. As a Dialysis Nurse and former dialysis technician, Thomas has spent over 20 years providing compassionate and specialized care to patients with kidney disease. His expertise in dialysis procedures, patient assessment, and treatment planning has earned him a reputation for exceptional patient outcomes and satisfaction. Combined with his role as a Regional Clinical Informatics Manager, Thomas leverages his clinical expertise and strong analytical skills to optimize healthcare data management and patient care.

Dawn Turner, BSN, RN, CRNI, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant


Dawn Turner

Dawn Turner, BSN, RN, CRNI, VA-BC

Legal Nurse Consultant

Dawn is a nationally recognized vascular access specialist. She has been participating in vascular access practice since 2019 when she was trained in ultrasound guided peripheral IV and PICC procedures. She achieved her Vascular Access Board Certification (VA-BC) in 2020 and has been a NICU PICC proceduralist since 2022. Dawn has built and sustained relationships with vascular access experts from across the nation to expand her own knowledge and critical thinking. She frequently communicates amongst providers to advocate for the most appropriate access device at the right time for each patient’s clinical pathway. She participates in retrospective analysis meetings for any central line associated harm events that occur throughout the facility, collaborating with the infection prevention team. Dawn is known for her passion to educate clinicians, patients, and family members on the best vascular access practices, improving frequent knowledge gaps, and encouraging patients to self-advocate.

Kara Turner, BSN, RN, VA-BC | Legal Nurse Consultant - Pediatric Expert


Kara Turner

Kara Turner, BSN, RN, VA-BC

Legal Nurse Consultant – Pediatric Expert

Kara is a dedicated nurse with over 20 years of experience, including 13 years in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and Pediatric Vascular Access Team at Golisano Children’s Hospital in Rochester, NY. In 2024, she earned her board certification in Vascular Access (VA-BC) and is an active member of the Association for Vascular Access of Western New York. Kara is deeply passionate about vascular access and committed to always doing what is best for her patients. In addition to her clinical expertise, she is an advocate for organ donation and collaborates closely with the Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network. Her dedication to this cause includes providing pediatric nurse education on organ donation, as well as developing guidelines and policies at both Golisano Children’s Hospital and Strong Memorial Hospital.