Pneumococcal and Flu Vaccines for pts

Effective July 13, there is a new procedure for administering Flu and Pneumococcal vaccines.

• On the back of the Home Medication Reconciliation Form (I've also seen it as a form on it's own), you will find a Pneumovax/Flu assessment and consent form. Pneumovax is given year round, and seasonal flu vaccines are given Oct. thru Mar. only. If the patient has been immunized for both, then ignore this form.
• The nurse or pharmacist may assess the patient and order the vaccine(s) without the physician writing a specific order.
• Give the patient the vaccine information sheet for Pneumococcal PPSV23 or Influenza. Obtain their consent signature on the vaccine assessment form. Scan the order to pharmacy. The pneumococcal vaccine will be stored in the Pyxis refrigerator. I'm not sure about the influenza vaccine.
• Document the administration of the vaccine on the one-time order sheet, as well as on the front of the Home Medication Reconciliation form.