May a pharmacy intern oversee pharmacy technicians?

In Nebraska, pharmacy interns are not permitted to oversee pharmacy technicians. The rationale for this is based on the regulatory framework governing pharmacy practice, which assigns specific roles and responsibilities to licensed professionals. Pharmacy interns, while they may have extensive training and education, are still in the process of completing their licensure requirements and do not have the full authority granted to licensed pharmacists.

The oversight of pharmacy technicians is typically the responsibility of a licensed pharmacist, who is accountable for all pharmacy operations and the actions of the pharmacy staff. This includes ensuring that the technicians are performing their duties in compliance with state and federal regulations. Thus, the duties of supervision and delegation of tasks within the pharmacy setting are reserved for pharmacists, reinforcing a standard of safety and quality in medication dispensing and patient care.