How many residents do you pass meds too in Assisted Living?

Yes, we do pre-dish the meds and also write the names on the cup. When the DON hired me she said that it is not supposed to be done, but it is the only way with passing meds to that many residents.

We have 54 residents in assisted living and there are also 30 apartments that are rented out to those in need. We also pass meds to some of those. I have 5 residents that I give insulin too and about 7 accuchecks.

It is an awful lot of meds to get ready. I am sure I will get faster as time goes on.

I just get very nervous. I never want to make a mistake and harm anyone. They have always had one nurse dispensing meds.

We dont have alot of treatments "thank goodness".

Thank you all for responding!!!!!!

Hello Brazilian, I am still at this job and enjoying it very much. I have gotten used to passing this amount of meds. I still get nervous and am always double checking. I never thought it would get easier, but it has.

Thanks for the response.