Pharmacist FAQsWEDNESDAY, JUNE 29, 2011 Governor Perdue Signs S609, Which Authorizes Pharmacists to Administer Flu Vaccine to Patients 14 and Older. Yesterday, Governor Perdue signed into law S609, which provides in part: “A pharmacist licensed under Article 4A of Chapter 90 who may administer vaccines under 21 NCAC 46 .2507 and 21 NCAC 32U .0101 shall be granted the authority to administer influenza vaccine to patients aged 14 years and older pursuant to 21 NCAC 46 .2507 and 21 NCAC 32U .0101.” This provision was effective immediately upon Governor Perdue’s signature. Accordingly, pharmacists presently authorized to administer vaccines under existing Board rules may begin administering flu vaccine to patients 14 and older.
Frequently Asked Questions for Pharmacists on Vaccinations
Q: May pharmacists administer the zoster vaccine? A: Yes. Effective February 1, 2008, pharmacists may administer the zoster vaccine to their patients in accordance with amended Rule .2507. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Q: May a properly trained pharmacy student administer vaccinations? A. An appropriately trained pharmacy student may administer vaccines so long as, and only if, that student is doing so under the direct supervision of a certified pharmacist vaccinator.
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