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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about mobile PICC line placement, bedside vascular services, and facility onboarding.

Common Questions

PICC Line & Vascular Access FAQs

How quickly can a mobile PICC line team arrive at bedside in Dublin, CA and the Bay Area?

24/7 dispatch, arrival within 2 to 4 hours of physician orders

What facilities and areas do you serve in the Bay Area?

SNFs, hospice, LTACs, and private homes across Alameda, Contra Costa, Santa Clara, and San Mateo counties

What is a PICC line used for?

Explaining long-term antibiotics, TPN, chemotherapy, and blood sampling

Midline vs PICC line: What is the difference?

Explaining central vs peripheral catheter tip location, therapy duration, and CLABSI risk profiles

Is a midline a central line?

Explaining that midlines terminate below the axilla and are not central lines, preserving central veins

Do we need an X-ray to confirm PICC line tip placement?

Explaining Sherlock 3CGโ„ข tip-confirmation using ECG magnetic tracking for immediate bedside clearance

Where is a PICC line placed and does it hurt?

Detailing local lidocaine anesthesia, basilic/brachial vein access under ultrasound, and painless bedside technique

Are the mobile IV nurses certified?

Highlighting Board Certified Vascular Access Specialists - VA-BCโ„ข and Progressive Care Certified Nurses - PCCN

How do facilities receive clinical documentation?

Electronic notes and ultrasound verification images transmitted within 1 hour

Patient Education

We Don't Just Place Lines โ€” We Educate & Empower

We take time with every patient to explain the procedure, answer questions, and ensure they feel comfortable and informed before, during, and after line placement. An educated patient is a safer patient.

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Pre-Procedure Explanation

We explain every step of the procedure clearly โ€” no medical jargon, just clear, calm communication.

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PICC & Midline Care Instructions

Patients and caregivers receive clear instructions on how to care for and protect their line at home.

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Signs & Symptoms to Watch For

We educate patients on when to call their provider โ€” infection, occlusion, dislodgement โ€” keeping them safe between visits.

Facility & Family Communication

We communicate directly with your clinical team and, when appropriate, with family members for continuity of care.

Tiara walking patient through PICC line care instructions

Post-Procedure Education

Tiara walking a patient through PICC line care instructions

Why Choose Us

Why Healthcare Facilities Choose Rapid Vascular Access

We are a trusted extension of your clinical team โ€” responsive, reliable, and deeply skilled.

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Board Certified Vascular Access (VA-BC) expertise
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Experienced Registered Nurses
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Mobile bedside service throughout the Bay Area
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Ultrasound-guided technology
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Patient-centered compassionate care
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Timely response & reliable scheduling
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Professional documentation on every visit
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Dedicated support for healthcare facilities