Nursing Instructor how-to
How to Supervise a Student Medication Pass
Safe supervision protects patients.
Quick answer
Safe supervision protects patients. In short: review; have; check, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Review the patient and orders.
Have the student explain each drug.
Check the rights of medication.
Watch administration.
Verify documentation.
Debrief.
Safety reminders for nursing instructors
- Supervise students closely
- Follow infection control
- Protect patient privacy
- Report safety events
Key terms
NCLEX · Clinical rotation · Post-conference · Care plan · Skills lab · Simulation: see the full nursing instructor glossary.