Can a companion or nurse aide give medications?
A companion or a nurse aide may ASSIST a client with medications that can be self administered. This includes handing a client previously set up medications or removing the cap from the medication vial. Neither a nurse aide or a companion may remove a medication from the original container or alter its form in any way, for example, crush a tablet. Only a skilled nurse working under the direct supervision of a physician may give injections or administer medications. A skilled nurse may set up medication boxes, if needed.
