- (a) The Department will provide a training program for unlicensed persons designated by day programs and residential facilities.
- (b) The Department will designate licensed medical personnel or contract with appropriate education agencies to conduct the training program.
- (c) The training program may be conducted at a central location or various locations throughout the state.
- (d) The location and frequency of the programs will be determined by the Department based on the needs of the day programs and residential facilities and the number and residences of the persons to be trained.
- (e) The courses/curriculum content shall include but not be limited to: PHASE I ADMINISTRATION OF PRESCRIBED MEDICATION:General background on drug control lawsDesired effects, side-effects, adverse reactions and interactions of medicationsAssessment of adverse reactions and course of action if an adverse reaction occursError in administration of medication and course of actionDrug classification, types, dosage, measurementSafe storage and control of medicationsProcedure for administration: right person, right medication, right dosage, right method, right time Physical and psychological contraindications of administration of medicationDocumentation: recording of administration and of unusual signsSupervision and consultation provided by licensed medical staff and pharmacistResources for further informationPHASE II PRACTICUM
- (f) The Department will maintain a current listing of those persons who have successfully completed the training program and have been authorized to administer medications. The listing will also identify the program or facility in which such persons are employed.
- (g) Each person who successfully completes the training program shall be provided with documentation of completion of the program. The original documentation shall be provided to the person and copy maintained by the Department. In addition, the Department will provide a copy to the day program or residential facility.
(Effective February 1, 1994)