D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-9515

Current through Register 71, No. 45, November 7, 2024

Rule 17-9515 - MEDICATION AIDE TASKS

9515.1

The MA-C may perform the following under the supervision of an RN or LPN:

(a) Providing effective communication and interpersonal skills;

(b) Administering epinephrine via an auto injector to treat severe allergic reactions to insect stings, bites and foods;

(c) Performing finger stick blood glucose test with a physician's, nurse practitioner's or physician assistant's order which shall indicate:

(1) The frequency for finger sticks;

(2) The normal blood sugar range;

(3) The range outside of the indicated range and when to notify the nurse for readings; and

(4) The parameters for when to contact emergency services;

(d) Reporting of symptoms or side effects;

(e) Administering insulin or any other subcutaneous injection as specified by the Board, via a prefilled syringe;

(f) Administering oral drugs;

(g) Administering drugs via eye, ear, or nose; (h) Administering drugs via suppository;

(i) Administering topical drugs and medicated shampoos;

(j) Reporting symptoms or side effects; and

(k) Documenting drug administration or omissions, on medication administration record.

9515.2

In addition to the tasks listed in this section, MA-Cs when working in the role of a ,certified nursing assistant shall comply with 17 DCMR § 9615 and when working in the role of a home health aide, shall comply with 17 DCMR § 9315.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 17, r. 17-9515

Final Rulemaking published at 65 DCR 11404 (8/23/2019)