Question
Can the registered nurse administer medications or perform treatments or procedures without a physician onsite?
Answer
The registered nurse works under the direction of an authorized health care practitioner within the practitioner’s scope of practice. The registered nurse may administer medications and perform treatments or procedures without an authorized health care practitioner on the premises. A prescription or order from an authorized provider is required for legend drugs, controlled substances or for medical treatments.
FAQ Category
Dispensing, Compounding, Legend Drugs, Controlled Substances
Audience