I’m working within the NDIS, and care workers are giving medications – is this legal?

The NSWNMA strongly advocates that best practice is for nursing work to be undertaken by nurses (enrolled or registered nurses). We are aware that in various areas, support workers are working with medications. Anyone working with medication needs to have appropriate education and training.

The Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Act 1966 No 31 and Poisons and Therapeutic Goods Regulation 2008 outlines the legal requirements for medication management within NSW. Requirements vary dependent on the setting (e.g., hospital, nursing home, or home).

If you are concerned about patient safety, you can raise these concerns through the appropriate channels.

The NDIS Practice Standards and Code of Conduct can be found at: https://www.ndiscommission.gov.au