Bill > A08299

This bill amends the Education Law and the Public Health Law to allow certified medication aides to administer certain medications in residential health care facilities. The bill establishes regulations for certified medication aides, including the specific medication-related tasks they can perform, the supervision required by registered professional nurses, and the qualifications and training required for certification. The bill also prohibits certified medication aides from holding themselves out as licensed nurses or performing tasks outside the scope of practice of a licensed practical nurse. The bill aims to provide an additional workforce to assist with medication administration in residential health care facilities.