Outlines the LPN’s scope of practice as it relates to the authorization and requirements for safe management of medication. This policy follows the nursing process and refers to the assessment, planning, preparation, implementation, administration, evaluation, and documentation required in the management of medication.
January 2025 – updated to include guidance regarding oxygen therapy and assisting with Naloxone as well as minor edits to the Storage, Disposal, and Transportation of Medication section to clarify expectations.
July 2024 – editorial revision to remove reference to a retired policy.
April 2024 – updated to include initiation and removal of intraosseous devices and reflect the removal of supervision requirements for LPNs practicing aesthetic nursing.