i work in a facility where the nurses (myself and 3 others) only work from 07-2000 seven days a week. we administer meds as directed by the provider(s). we also handle narcotics.
i was taught that you do not sign out for meds that you did not administer yourself. as a courtesy, we pre-set the morning meds for the on coming nurse (who may or may not be yourself returning the next day). this practice was started here many years ago and generally works.
i had major issues with giving meds i did not set up myself, but i take the responsibility to know the meds and check them against cards that sit with each cup (with the name of the client, med, dose etc.). yes, i have caught errors many times! not the perfect system......
here's my question. when i set up the meds for another nurse to give, should i sign out their meds? especially the narcotics!
yes, our state bon is aware of our backwards system.......
thanks!!!!