Medication Safety Practice Workshop for Careworkers

A medicine refers to a substance that is either ingested or applied externally to the body, resulting in physiological effects. The term encompasses a variety of medicinal products covered by the Medicines Act of 1968, including those utilised in clinical trials, unlicensed medications, dressings, and medical gases. Some of these may be classified as controlled substances under the Misuse of Drugs Act of 1971 and its associated regulations. Additionally, alternative medicinal products, such as herbal or homeopathic remedies, are also considered when used for therapeutic purposes.
A medication error is defined as any preventable incident that could lead to inappropriate medication usage or harm to the service user while the medication is under the control of healthcare professionals, service users, or consumers. Many elderly individuals with frailty often have multiple and complicated health conditions. As these conditions can evolve, it is essential to regularly review the medications prescribed to service users to ensure they continue to be safe and effective.

Aims of the course:

To maintain the health, safety and independence of Service Users by supporting them to take prescribed medication at the correct time and in the correct way, as part of an individualised plan of Care.
To provide a safe framework for Care Workers to work within when assisting the Service User with medication and reducing the risk of medication errors or incidents which in turn will help to prevent unnecessary admissions to hospital.
To ensure that Care Workers or nurses are trained, competent and work within their code of conduct to give medicines to Service Users when required.
To direct staff to the relevant associated medication policies and procedures at Skilled Healthcare International Recruitment Ltd.
To direct staff to the relevant medication forms to support best practice for the safe handling of medications.

Learning outcomes:

To promote the health, safety, and autonomy of Service Users by supporting them in taking their prescribed medications accurately and timely, as part of a personalised Care Plan.
To establish a secure environment for Care Workers when assisting Service Users with their medications, thereby minimising the chances of medication errors or incidents, which can help reduce unnecessary hospital admissions.
To ensure that Care Workers receive adequate training, demonstrate competency, and adhere to their professional code of conduct and organisation policies when administering medications to Service Users as needed.
To guide staff to the relevant medication policies and procedures and national guidelines.
To direct staff towards the appropriate medication documentation that supports optimal practices for the safe management of medications.

Course Contents:

Target Audience: Care Workers, Health Care Assistant , Senior Support Worker
Training Fee: £75