Medication Administration Safety Checklist

FREE medication administration checklist with Joint Commission and CMS compliance. Covers five rights, high-alert medications, verification, and documentation. Multi-market standards for US Joint Commission, UK CQC, India NABH, Brazil ANVISA, Mexico COFEPRIS, and Colombia regulations. Download FREE PDF with 45+ safety points.

  • Industry: Healthcare
  • Frequency: Each Administration
  • Estimated Time: 5-10 minutes
  • Role: Operations Manager
  • Total Items: 25
  • Compliance: Joint Commission NPSG, CMS Conditions of Participation, ISMP Guidelines, USP Chapter 797, UK CQC Standards

Five Rights Verification

Core medication safety checks.

  • Right PATIENT verified (2 identifiers)?
  • Right MEDICATION verified against order?
  • Right DOSE verified and calculated correctly?
  • Right ROUTE verified and appropriate?
  • Right TIME within acceptable window?

Additional Safety Checks

Extended safety verification.

  • Right DOCUMENTATION ready?
  • Right REASON/indication verified?
  • Right RESPONSE monitoring planned?
  • Allergies verified (no contraindications)?
  • Drug interactions reviewed?

High-Alert Medication Checks

Additional verification for high-alert medications.

  • Is this a high-alert medication?
  • Independent double-check completed (if high-alert)?
  • Smart pump settings verified (if IV)?
  • Concentration verified (if applicable)?

Patient Communication

Patient education and consent.

  • Patient informed of medication being given?
  • Patient questions answered?
  • Patient properly positioned for administration?
  • Common side effects explained?

Patient Verification & Consent

Verify patient identity and medication consent

  • Two patient identifiers confirmed?
  • Patient allergy status verified?
  • Informed consent obtained where required?

Documentation & Monitoring

Complete medication administration records

  • MAR (Medication Administration Record) updated?
  • Adverse reaction monitoring plan in place?
  • Patient educated on medication purpose/side effects?
  • Administering Nurse Signature

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Why Use This Medication Administration Safety Checklist?

This medication administration safety checklist helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for operations manager professionals, this checklist covers 25 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: each administration.

Ensures compliance with Joint Commission NPSG, CMS Conditions of Participation, ISMP Guidelines, USP Chapter 797, UK CQC Standards, UK NMC Standards, India NABH Standards, Brazil ANVISA RDC, Mexico NOM-220-SSA1, Colombia Resolución 1403/2007. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Medication Administration Safety Checklist cover?

This checklist covers 25 inspection items across 6 sections: Five Rights Verification, Additional Safety Checks, High-Alert Medication Checks, Patient Communication, Patient Verification & Consent, Documentation & Monitoring. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.

How often should this checklist be completed?

This checklist should be completed each administration. Each completion takes approximately 5-10 minutes.

Who should use this Medication Administration Safety Checklist?

This checklist is designed for Operations Manager 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.

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