LAC 22:I.917. Continuing Requirements [Formerly §517]

A. To ensure competency of unlicensed trained personnel the detention facility shall provide ongoing in-service training conducted by a qualified registered nurse or physician with the minimum qualifications defined above. 1. In-service training shall be provided to unlicensed trained employees relative to medication administration as needed, at least annually, through a review of the following areas: a. handling, storage, and disposal of medications and hazardous waste; b. documentation and record keeping; c. reporting and documenting medication errors; d. response to and documentation of emergencies; e. updates to drug changes and interactions; f. detention facility policy and guidelines for administration of medication; g. appropriate use of resources. 2. Evaluation includes at a minimum: a. annual competency testing using a skills check list and other evaluative criteria as indicated; b. annual observation of child specific medication pass for competency; c. review of child specific medication including precautions, desired and adverse effects. 3. An unlicensed employee trained to administer medication but has not worked directly with medication administration in a detention center for three months or more shall repeat the course curriculum and competency testing.