CC50 Administration of insulin to adults with diabetes in the community by a Non Registered Practitioner and Nursing Associate
Target Audience
All community staff employed by CWP West Physical Health Services
Purpose
To provide a framework that safely manages the risks associated with the administration of subcutaneous insulin doses by Non Registered Practitioner and Nursing Associate for patients with diabetes living in their own home or residential care settings and who are unable to self- administer their own insulin therapy.
Origin
Lead Executive
Associate Director of Nursing and Therapies Physical Health / Director of Infection Prevention and Control
Author and contact number
Professional Development Lead Physical Health Community
07770970859
Policy dates & history
Implementation Date
13 November 2018
Review Date
13 November 2023