2.2 Fanshawe PSW Student Expectations
PSW Student Role
Throughout the Professional Practice Placements, you will apply the skills and concepts learned in the PSW theory and lab practice courses and provide care for residents in a Long-Term Care (HLTH 3054, HLTH 3055) and Community (HLTH 3056) setting. You will be introduced to the role and responsibilities of the PSW, focus on client-centred care, use professional communication and work with the interprofessional healthcare team. You will be supported and guided by a Clinical Instructor (HLTH 3054) and by a Clinical Advisor and Agency PSW Preceptor (HLTH 3055 and HLTH 3056). Throughout your Professional Practice courses, you will continue to broaden the knowledge and skills required to be a Personal Support Worker.
PSW Student Expectations
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✓ Complete the PSW Clinical Professional Practice Pre-Placement Requirements in Level 1 of the program (Chapter 4).
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✓ Complete all required theory and lab courses in Level 1 of the PSW program prior to progressing to Level 2.
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✓ Attend Professional Practice Placement Orientation on campus to review Professional Practice Placement expectations & meet with Fanshawe College Clinical Instructors/Advisors.
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✓ Complete Clinical Agency onboarding modules and training as assigned before the start of placement.
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✓ Attend Placement Orientation at the agency (Day 1).
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✓ Adhere to all Clinical Placement agency policies, practices, and procedures.
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✓ Share OER link & Clinical Professional Practice Documents with Clinical Instructor, Clinical Advisor and PSW Preceptor.
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✓ Collaborate effectively with the Clinical Instructor, Clinical Advisor, PSW Preceptor, and Agency staff members.
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✓ Complete the required reflective practice assignments and activities from the course curriculum.
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✓ Attend all Clinical Professional Practice Placement shifts as scheduled and complete all required hours.
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✓ Arrive at the Professional Practice Placement on time and be prepared: clinical placement uniform on, shoes on, lunch placed in pre-assigned areas.
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✓ Participate in all required skills and tasks as required (as per Clinical Instructor/agency guidelines).
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✓ Be receptive to ongoing assessment, and review progress with the Clinical Instructor, Clinical Advisor, and/or PSW Preceptor.
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✓ Demonstrate initiative and responsibility in learning and demonstrating skills.
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✓ Demonstrate curiosity and a willingness to learn from Clinical Instructors, Clinical Advisors, and PSW Preceptors.
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✓ Accept, discuss, and reflect on constructive feedback.
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✓ Have a positive and collaborative approach to learning.
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✓ Practice professionalism and ethical behaviour.
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✓ Maintain privacy and confidentiality at ALL times.
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✓ Adhere to Fanshawe College’s Code of Conduct Policy A130 and PSW Program policies, standards, and guidelines.
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✓ Comply with uniform requirements set out by Fanshawe College and the agency, including your Fanshawe College PSW crest, name tag, and closed-toed running shoes.
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✓ Demonstrate course learning outcomes and Professional Practice Domain requirements for each of the following Professional Practice Placements: HLTH 3054, HLTH 3055, and HLTH 3056.
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✓ Be respectful of all agency staff, healthcare team members, leaders, Clinical Instructors, Clinical Advisors, and residents.
Always remember that the agency is the residents’ home. Being in their home is a privilege, and we must conduct ourselves with care and respect.
Always remember that the agency is the residents’ home. Being in their home is a privilege, and we must conduct ourselves with care and respect.
