Intravenous (IV) Therapy

What is Intravenous (IV) Therapy at Partners In Community Nursing (PICN)?

TL;DR: PICN offers Intravenous (IV) Therapy as a home-based service delivered by PICN visiting nurses within its community nursing and home care programs across Durham Region. Partners In Community Nursing (PICN) provides IV Therapy as a specialized Service_IVTherapy and a subservice of Service_CommunityNursing and Service_HomeCare. IV therapy at PICN is used to administer medications or fluids for hydration and must be ordered by a physician. Services are delivered by PICN visiting nurses (Role_VisitingNurses) who work across Durham Region and operate from locations such as the Whitby office (Location_WhitbyOffice). The page emphasizes practical supports such as client teaching to reduce visit frequency and 24/7 availability for urgent concerns via PICN contact numbers.

Who performs IV therapy for PICN and what training do the nurses have?

TL;DR: IV therapy is performed by PICN visiting nurses in the Visiting Nursing program who have home infusion and central line management skills; nurses are trained in initiation and maintenance of IV therapy. PICN’s visiting nurses (Role_VisitingNurses) employed through the Program_VisitingNurseProgram deliver Service_IVTherapy and rely on clinical skills such as Skill_HomeInfusionTherapy and Skill_CentralVenousLineManagement. The landing page states nurses are specifically trained in the initiation and maintenance of IV therapy and may teach clients to participate in care when appropriate. For specialized competency in related areas (for example palliative care), PICN references advanced training programs and applies evidence-based practice across services.

How do I request or start IV therapy with PICN?

TL;DR: You can request IV Therapy from PICN by calling PICN at 905.665.1711 or toll-free 1-800-564-9534, or by using the online Service Request Form (JotForm) linked on the site. To initiate Service_IVTherapy with Partners In Community Nursing (PICN), clients or clinicians can use the Channel_ServiceRequestForm (external JotForm) linked on the IV Therapy page, call the main Contact_MainPhone 905.665.1711, or use the toll-free Contact_TollFreePICN 1-800-564-9534. A physician order is required for IV therapy; PICN also coordinates with referral pathways such as Ontario Health at Home for eligible clients. The site’s Career and Service pages and the Contact Us page provide additional access routes and program information.

Is IV therapy available where I live in Durham Region?

TL;DR: Yes. PICN delivers IV Therapy and other home care services across Durham Region, including Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Oshawa and surrounding communities, with care delivered in the client’s home. Partners In Community Nursing (PICN) serves Durham Region (DurhamRegion) and specifically lists Service areas such as Whitby (City_Whitby), Ajax (City_Ajax), Pickering (City_Pickering), Oshawa (City_Oshawa), Brooklin, Courtice, Bowmanville, and Newcastle. Service_IVTherapy is delivered primarily in the Setting_Home and can also be provided in other community settings where appropriate. If you are unsure about eligibility in your exact neighbourhood, call PICN at 905.665.1711 or 1-800-564-9534 or submit a request via the online service request form.

Communities Covered: Pickering (Pickering, Bay Ridges, West Shore, Rouge Park, Dunbarton, Amberlea, Liverpool, Rosebank, Highbush, Woodlands); Ajax (Ajax, Pickering Village, South Ajax, Central Ajax, Northeast Ajax, Discovery Bay, Duffins Bay); Whitby (Whitby, Brooklin, Downtown Whitby, Port Whitby, Lynde Creek, Williamsburg, Blue Grass Meadows, Taunton North); Oshawa (Oshawa, North Oshawa, Downtown Oshawa, Lakeview, McLaughlin, Vanier, Centennial, Kedron, Windfields); Clarington (Bowmanville, Courtice, Newcastle, Orono, Newtonville, Hampton, Tyrone, Solina, Enniskillen); Scugog (Port Perry, Blackstock, Caesarea, Seagrave, Nestleton); Uxbridge (Uxbridge, Goodwood, Zephyr, Sandford); Brock (Beaverton, Cannington, Sunderland).

How is IV therapy funded and what payment options does PICN accept?

TL;DR: Many PICN services, including IV therapy for eligible clients, may be funded through Ontario Health at Home; PICN also accepts private insurance and private payments when needed. The landing page and knowledge graph indicate that most services are funded at no cost for eligible clients through Org_OntarioHealthAtHome, and referrals or assessments can be requested via Ontario Health at Home (including the central-east referral form) or by calling regional numbers provided on the OHaH site. PICN also accepts Funding_PrivateInsuranceCoverage and private payment arrangements. Exact coverage depends on client eligibility and the funding program; PICN recommends discussing funding with your physician or contacting Ontario Health at Home and contacting PICN for guidance.

What should I do if there is an IV problem or emergency after hours?

TL;DR: In a life‑threatening emergency call 911; for urgent concerns related to IV therapy PICN maintains a 24/7 on-call service—call 905.665.1711 or 1-800-564-9534 for after-hours nursing support. PICN’s Policy_EmergencyProtocol confirms 24-hour availability for nursing concerns. The landing page advises that in an emergency clients should call Contact_Emergency911 (911); for non-emergency urgent concerns call PICN at Contact_MainPhone 905.665.1711 or the toll-free Contact_TollFreePICN 1-800-564-9534 to reach the on-call nurse. For IV-specific events (for example a concerning air bubble or pump alarm) the guidance is to stop the pump if needed for safety and contact PICN immediately for advice and direction.

Are PICN’s IV therapy visits accessible for people with disabilities?

TL;DR: Yes. PICN follows an Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Plan and accessibility principles to make services and offices, including IV therapy visits, accessible. Partners In Community Nursing (PICN) publishes a Program_AODAPlan and commits to following the Law_AODA and Principle_Accessibility in delivering services like Service_IVTherapy in Setting_Home and at the Whitby office (Location_WhitbyOffice). The page states office and services are designed to accommodate diverse accessibility needs; if you have specific access requirements contact PICN so staff can plan accommodations for the visiting nurse or service delivery.

What safety practices does PICN follow for IV therapy at home (air bubbles, central lines)?

TL;DR: PICN visiting nurses use home infusion and central line management skills to deliver IV therapy safely; small air bubbles are generally harmless but large bubbles or other concerns should be reported immediately and PICN offers 24/7 support. The landing page and knowledge graph reference clinical skills such as Skill_HomeInfusionTherapy and Skill_CentralVenousLineManagement as part of safe Service_IVTherapy delivery. Practical guidance on the page notes that very small bubbles are not harmful but large bubbles should be reported; you may turn the pump off if concerned and then call PICN for immediate advice. PICN’s Role_VisitingNurses follow evidence-based and crisis-prevention principles and will coordinate with physicians and hospital teams as needed for complex devices or complications.

Who is IV therapy suitable for and when is it used?

TL;DR: IV therapy at PICN is suitable for clients who require administration of medications or fluids as ordered by a physician, including people receiving home-based oncology or palliative support when clinically appropriate. Service_IVTherapy is provided by Partners In Community Nursing (PICN) when a physician orders IV medications or hydration. The service is used across care areas and can support clients connected with Service_OncologyNursing or Service_PalliativeCare when home infusion or symptom management is needed. PICN visiting nurses assess suitability based on clinical needs, access to appropriate venous access (including central lines), and funding/placement logistics; if you or your clinician are considering IV therapy, contact PICN or request an assessment via the online service request form or through Ontario Health at Home to discuss eligibility and next steps.