Nurse accidentally left a PIV in a patient and cannot confirm removal due to lack of tracking or communication tools.

No automated system to track PIV placement and removal across patient transfers, forcing manual follow-up calls.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Jun 17, 2026

Workarounds Described

calls facility to ask if PIV was removed
checks chart after patient leaves to verify IV count

Implied Software Gaps

Real-time PIV tracking system that logs placement and removal during patient stay
Automated notification to transferring facility and receiving nurse about IVs to remove

App Concept

PIVTracker Pro

A mobile app that logs peripheral IV placements and removals at the bedside, with automated alerts for missed removals and secure messaging for transfer facilities. Ensures no device is left behind, reducing patient safety risks.

Key Features

Scan PIV barcode or tag to log placement and removal
Automatic reminders if a PIV is not removed before discharge
Secure inter-facility messaging and transfer protocol
Dashboard showing active PIVs per patient with timestamps

Target Users: Nurses and nursing management in hospitals and clinics, especially those with high patient turnover and transfers.

Revenue Model: Freemium with $29/mo per user pro tier including inter-facility messaging and analytics

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