3 Questions with Melanie Kinder, MSN, RN, VA-BC

“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 Melanie Kinder, MSN, RN, VA-BC. In this feature, Melanie discusses the importance of patient-centered vascular access, how education and interdisciplinary collaboration can enhance the patient experience and support one-stick success.

Melanie Kinder, MSN, RN, VA-BC is an experienced vascular access leader with extensive expertise in acute care, inpatient care, critical care, and medical-surgical nursing. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing Education from Walden University and currently leads and educates a Vascular Access Team serving a large Atlanta-region health system.

Melanie is passionate about advancing evidence-based vascular access practices through education, collaboration, and continuous professional development. She is committed to bringing the latest clinical knowledge back to her organization to support innovation, improve patient outcomes, and reduce central line-associated bloodstream infections (CLABSIs). To foster a culture of learning, she established a Unit Practice Council and a monthly journal club, empowering team members to critically evaluate emerging evidence and translate best practices into patient care. These initiatives have strengthened staff engagement while contributing to improved clinical outcomes.

Eloquest Healthcare, Inc. can partner with your institution to facilitate a Vascular Access Device Site Assessment to evaluate the current state of vascular access device and dressing securement practices within your facility. These assessments provide insights into infection risk, nurse efficiency, and potential product waste while identifying opportunities to support evidence-based improvements in patient care. Request a Vascular Access Device Site Assessment today!