N.H. Rev. Stat. § 326-B:14-a

Current through Chapter 381 of the 2024 Legislative Session

Section 326-B:14-a - Scope of Practice; Certified Assisted Living Medication Aide

I. A certified assisted living medication aide (CALMA) shall practice under the supervision of the administrator of the licensed facility and have access to clinical consultation 24 hours a day appropriate for the setting in accordance with regulations established pursuant to RSA 326-B:4, I.

II. A CALMA is responsible for competency in the CALMA education program curriculum approved by the board.

III. A CALMA is authorized to administer non-injectable medication if:

(a) The individual holds a currently valid certificate of completion from a board-approved CALMA education program; and

(b) The persons served are in a residential setting as defined in RSA 151:9, VII(a)(1) and (2).

IV. After successful completion of the CALMA education program, a CALMA shall be able to:

(a) Apply knowledge and techniques in the practice of medication administration;

(b) Communicate effectively with the administrator and other health care professionals concerning the administration of medication;

(c) Maintain safe and effective methods of medication administration; and

(d) Maintain records as directed by the administrator of the facility.

V. Any expansion of the scope of practice shall be adopted by legislation in accordance with RSA 332-G:6.

RSA 326-B:14-a

Added by 2024, 344:3, eff. 10/1/2024.