Engagement with Nursing Staff

• Discuss with the nursing staff ahead of time how student involvement in medication administration will be managed.
• Ensure clear communication channels are established for questions and guidance.

Safety and Supervision

• Emphasize how you (the Clinical Instructor) will be responsible for direct supervision and safety checks, when students are administering medications
• Determine under what circumstances the students will be allowed to administer medications under the supervision of the staff nurse.
• Establish a protocol for students to follow when they are unsure about a medication or administration technique.