Medication Administration Checklist
Complete for each medication administration to ensure patient safety.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Each medication administration
- Estimated Time: 3-5 minutes
- Role: Nurse / Licensed Medication Administrator
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: ISMP Safe Medication Practices, Joint Commission NPSG, State Nurse Practice Act
Five Rights Verification
Verify the five rights of medication administration.
- RIGHT PATIENT: Verified with 2 identifiers?
- RIGHT MEDICATION: Matches order and label?
- RIGHT DOSE: Correct amount prepared?
- RIGHT ROUTE: Correct administration method?
- RIGHT TIME: Within acceptable time window?
Additional Safety Checks
Additional verification steps.
- Allergies verified?
- Medication not expired?
- Order current and valid?
- Patient educated about medication?
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
Quality Assessment
Evaluate quality standards and performance metrics
- Quality standards met for all items checked?
- Any deficiencies or non-conformances identified?
- Root cause analysis completed for issues?
- Continuous improvement opportunities identified?
Environment & Conditions
Verify environmental conditions meet requirements
- Area clean and well-maintained?
- Adequate lighting in all areas?
- Ventilation adequate?
- Required signage visible and current?
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Why Use This Medication Administration Checklist?
This medication administration checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for nurse / licensed medication administrator professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: each medication administration.
Ensures compliance with ISMP Safe Medication Practices, Joint Commission NPSG, State Nurse Practice Act. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Medication Administration Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 7 sections: Five Rights Verification, Additional Safety Checks, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check, Quality Assessment, Environment & Conditions. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed each medication administration. Each completion takes approximately 3-5 minutes.
Who should use this Medication Administration Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Nurse / Licensed Medication Administrator professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.