Implementation of a Meds to Beds Medication Use Program and Parent Experience at the Time of Transition From a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit to Home.

Parents expressed how effective the Meds to Beds program was on the transition home by increasing parental confidence and knowledge around medications and reducing stress around the acquisition of medications for home. They also reported comfort in having a relationship with the NICU clinical pharmacist, providing a tailored approach to coordinating care both in hospital and during the transition home. Regardless of implementation of a Meds to Beds program, great opportunities remain to refine the transition home. Implementing the suggested improvement strategies could provide significant positive effects with respect to patient care and parental stress during the transition home.