F761 - Label/Store Drugs/Biologicals

In this episode, nurse surveyor Linzie Bugg breaks down F761, the regulation governing medication labeling and storage in long-term care facilities. Linzie explains what surveyors look for, including proper labeling, storage conditions, security, expiration monitoring, and staff knowledge. She shares real-world examples, highlights common compliance mistakes, and offers six practical strategies to help facilities stay survey-ready daily. Her key takeaway: "If it's not labeled, logged, or locked, it's a risk." The episode reinforces that F761 is ultimately a resident safety regulation, not just a paperwork requirement