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School committee approves updates to medication administration policy
Summary
The committee approved state-recommended changes: a nurse must be on duty or available remotely when trained unlicensed staff administer student medication on trips, nurses to be compensated for on-call work beyond normal hours, and an updated self-administration form.
The school committee approved updates to the district's medication administration policy after a presentation by Tracy Encarnasio, director of school counseling. Encarnasio said the changes reflect state guidance and aim to clarify responsibilities when trained, unlicensed personnel assist students with medication on field trips.
Key changes include a requirement that a school nurse be on duty and available either in person or remotely (by phone or virtual means) whenever medication is administered by trained, unlicensed staff during school activities or field trips. Encarnasio said the update clarifies that nurses will be compensated if on-call supervision is required beyond normal school hours. She also said the student self-administration form was updated to ensure parents, teachers and students understand expectations.
A committee member moved to approve the policy updates, a second was recorded, and roll-call votes were affirmative. Committee members expressed support for ensuring clear procedures and staff training.
