New Ohio Legislation Allows Non-Nursing Medical Staff To Administer Medication & Services To Consumers With I/DD

On May 25, 2016, the Ohio legislature passed House Bill (HB) 483 that will allow non-nursing medical staff to administer medication and services to people with intellectual or developmental disabilities (I/DD). Starting October 11, 2016, facilities housing 17 or more residents that are licensed as intermediate care facilities for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities (ICF/DD), residential care facilities, or nursing homes can allow certified medication aides to administer oral and topical medications, including drops to the eye, ear, or nose.

The provisions of HB 483 of 2016 modify programs of the Ohio Department Of Developmental Disabilities . . .