Meds: Care Homes: Management of Medicines
NHS Barnsley CCG in association with Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council have compiled comprehensive Best Practice guidelines, standards for care and sample documentation for all aspects of Medicines Management in relation to the Care Home setting. They include information on obtaining, storing, administering and maintaining records of medication. These guidelines clarify the responsibilities of commissioners and providers to protect service users against the risks associated with the unsafe use and management of medicines.
The Management of Medicine in Care Homes Guidelines (New Guidance Coming Soon)
Additional Resources:-
Principles of Safe & Appropriate Handling of Medicines
Covert Administration of Medication in Care Homes
PLEASE NOTE
Food First information sent to Care Homes
All Care Homes in the Barnsley area have been sent the following information regarding nutrition:
- Guidance for residential/nursing homes on when to request nutrition support
- A guide on how to make the most of food e.g. little and often, enriching food, nourishing drinks
Care Home Alignment to GP Practices
Alignment of care homes to GP Practices - Process
Alignment of GP practices to care homes
Safeguarding/Concerns
Concern/Compliment Reporting Form
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Due for review19 July 2016
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Clinical support group
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Cancer, Palliative Care, Pain and Older People
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