To ensure continuity of care when someone is away from their main carer for any reason, all carers will ensure that handover information (including medication stock levels) is fully recorded when the person moves from one care setting to another, including between GSL carers.
14.2
The main carer will:
ensure that other carers have been informed of the most recent medication administration on the main carer’s MAR sheets for each current medication
provide a contact number for medication enquires including out of hours, for example the home, the person’s GP or the supplying pharmacy
check that medication records are up to date and that stock levels are correct when the person returns to their care
raise any concerns with GSL without delay
The main carer will detail and handover the circumstances in which the PRN was required inline with the PRN protocol
14.3
All carers responsible for managing medications when they are supporting someone outside of the home will:
transport medications safely and securely
administer medications in accordance with the medication profile and risk assessment.
have access to and update the MAR sheet in accordance with this policy
