9515. MEDICATION AIDE TASKS

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: 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. SOURCE: Final Rulemaking published at 66 DCR 11404 (August 23, 2019). District of Columbia Municipal Regulations Business, Occupations, and Professionals 17 DCMR § 9515