Compilation of Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia
Department 480 - RULES OF GEORGIA STATE BOARD OF PHARMACY
Chapter 480-24 - NURSING HOMES, LONG TERM CARE FACILITIES AND HOSPICE EMERGENCY DRUG KITS
Rule 480-24-.02 - Personnel
Current through Rules and Regulations filed through March 20, 2024
(1) Consultant Pharmacist. A consultant pharmacist is a pharmacist licensed to engage in the practice of pharmacy in this state who is responsible for developing, coordinating, and supervising pharmaceutical services in the nursing facility. These services shall include, at a minimum, review of each patient's drug regimen monthly and report of any irregularities to the Medical Director and Administrator of the nursing facility, written reports of pharmaceutical services, and monitoring of established policies and procedures for medication handling and storage.
(2) Vendor Pharmacist. A vendor pharmacist is a pharmacist licensed to engage in the practice of pharmacy in this state who is responsible for supervising the proper dispensing and delivery of drugs to a nursing facility. These services shall include, at a minimum, proper drug labeling, storage, transport, and record keeping in compliance with all federal, state and local laws and regulations.
O.C.G.A. Secs. 16-13-34, 16-13-35, 16-13-39, 16-13-72, 26-4-27, 26-4-28, 26-4-110.
