Policy Updates
Scotland - Care at Home
Medication Away from Home Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SCM42This policy will inform staff on the process to follow if the service user requires medication when away from their home and the best practice process to follow. It has been reviewed with minimal change, references and links checked and remain current.
Tender Information Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SAB15This policy will help highlight the process to follow when applying for a tender, a new reference has been added.
Care and Daily Living Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SCP01This policy will guide staff on the process to follow when delivering daily living support and care to service users. It has been reviewed with minimal change. References and links have been checked and remain current.
Training and Competency on Medications Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SCM37This policy will guide all staff on their responsibility in maintaining their knowledge to ensure it reflects best practice. There is a competency assessment for management to use to assess competency in medication administration. The policy has been reviewed with minimal change, references checked and remain current.
Over the Counter Medication Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SCM36This policy will guide staff on using over the counter medication and the process to follow if considering using these agreed medications. It has been reviewed with minimal change, references and links have been checked and remain current.
Covert Medication Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SCM40This policy will guide staff on the process to follow when considering administering medication covertly, who to consult and agree the relevant pathway. It has been reviewed with minimal change and the references and links checked to ensure they remain current.
Coronavirus Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SHS16The policy has been amended with information on the Test and Protect strategy and the new information released by the Scottish government on meeting up with two households outside whilst staying two metres apart.
Risk Assessment Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SHR04This policy details the risk assessment process to ensure that any risks that may occur within the service are reduced or controlled. It has been updated to reflect the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic with new sections added. References have also been added and existing ones checked to ensure they remain current.
Menopause Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SPM19A new policy outlining the responsibilities of the provider to female workers experiencing menopausal symptoms which affect their ability to carry out all functions/impact their physical or emotional wellbeing.
Obtaining Medical Reports Policy and Procedure
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Reference: SPP06This policy will inform staff on the process to follow to obtain medical records for staff.
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