Medication Management for Trainers

One of the most essential jobs in assisted living facilities is medication management. This training covers a wide range of topics designed to provide the information and skills necessary to properly administer medications to those in your care, as well as a review of the DHS training requirements for registered trainers.

COURSE HOURS: 9.0

AUDIENCE: Assisted Living Staff, House Managers, Administrators

OBJECTIVES: 

• Discover the elements involved in medication management
• Identify the documentation and coordination needs to support medication management and administration
• Determine essential aspects of managing resident medication, including documentation and coordination
• Explore controlled substances and the regulations involved in management
• Understand the different emdication classes and examples
• Distinguish the different administration methods and review how to complete each method
• Understand and review the training requirements set forth by the DHS