Bill > S1468

This bill establishes a new program for the administration of medications in long-term care facilities by certified medication aides. It defines a certified medication aide as a staff member who meets the eligibility requirements, completes the necessary training and competency testing developed by the Department of Public Health, and is considered competent to administer certain non-narcotic medications to residents. The Department is required to create this program in consultation with relevant agencies and licensing boards, including the Board of Registration in Nursing. The bill also outlines the Department's responsibilities in developing training curricula, competency evaluation procedures, qualification standards, and monitoring and oversight requirements for participating facilities. Additionally, the Department is tasked with establishing regulations for continuing education, re-certification, and certification fees for the certified medication aides. The bill also allows for the creation of apprenticeship programs for currently employed resident care assistants (RCAs) and certified nurse aides (CNAs) to become certified medication aides.

Health and Social Services

https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S1468