I. A certified assisted living medication aide (CALMA) shall practice under the supervision of the administrator of the licensed facility and have access to clinical consultation 24 hours a day appropriate for the setting in accordance with regulations established pursuant to RSA 326-B:4, I.
II. A CALMA is responsible for competency in the CALMA education program curriculum approved by the board.
III. A CALMA is authorized to administer non-injectable medication if:
(a) The individual holds a currently valid certificate of completion from a board-approved CALMA education program; and
(b) The persons served are in a residential setting as defined in RSA 151:9, VII(a)(1) and (2).
IV. After successful completion of the CALMA education program, a CALMA shall be able to:
(a) Apply knowledge and techniques in the practice of medication administration;
(b) Communicate effectively with the administrator and other health care professionals concerning the administration of medication;
(c) Maintain safe and effective methods of medication administration; and
(d) Maintain records as directed by the administrator of the facility.
V. Any expansion of the scope of practice shall be adopted by legislation in accordance with RSA 332-G:6.