Denaye Beckler, APRN, MSN, CPNP-AC, CEN, VA-BC

Denaye Beckler, APRN, MSN, CPNP-AC, CEN, VA-BC, is a highly skilled Pediatric Vascular Access Nurse at Akron Children’s Hospital, specializing in the insertion and management of vascular access devices for neonates and children. With over eight years of dedicated experience in pediatric vascular access, she expertly places and manages peripheral IV catheters, midlines, and peripherally inserted central catheters (PICCs), utilizing advanced ultrasound-guided techniques to ensure precision and patient comfort. She works closely with sedation services and interventional radiology teams to coordinate both inpatient and outpatient procedures, ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate care for young patients.

Denaye is recognized not only for her clinical expertise but also for her leadership and commitment to advancing vascular access practice. She serves as co-chair of Akron Children’s PIVIE (Peripheral IV Infiltration and Extravasation) Committee, leads protocol development initiatives, and contributes to policy updates that enhance patient safety and outcomes. She has successfully led multi-phase product trials, including a two-year cyanoacrylate glue study across multiple vascular access device types, guiding meticulous data collection and contributing to the product’s eventual approval for clinical use.

Her excellence in practice was honored internationally when she received the 2025 Impact Award from the Association for Vascular Access (AVA) at the AVA Annual Scientific Meeting in Kissimmee, Florida. This prestigious award recognizes members who have made significant contributions to the specialty at a local level. As a board member of the Northeast Ohio Association of Vascular Access (NEO-AVA), Denaye remains actively involved in professional engagement and advancement within the field. She received multiple nominations for the award, including a letter of recommendation from Janice McDaniel, MD, who praised her clinical competence, compassion, and leadership within the vascular access team.

Denaye holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a minor in Bible from Cedarville University and a Master of Science in Nursing in Child and Adolescent Health from The University of Akron. She is board-certified as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (CPNP-AC) and holds specialty certifications as a Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) and Vascular Access Board Certified (VA-BC). In addition to her clinical responsibilities, she provides education to nurses and residents across the organization and mentors new vascular access team members.

Deeply passionate about pediatric nursing, Denaye takes pride in building trust with patients and their families, ensuring each child receives care with compassion and excellence. She finds great fulfillment in helping children access the treatments they need and values the long-term relationships formed with families who return to Akron Children’s over the years. Through her clinical skill, leadership, and heartfelt dedication, Denaye continues to serve as an advocate for excellence in pediatric vascular access and patient-centered care.

• The University of Akron – Master’s Degree, Child and Adolescent Health

• Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner – Acute Care (CPNP-AC)

• 2025 Impact Award, Association for Vascular Access (AVA)

• Sigma Theta Tau