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This consolidation practicum will enable the student to work both independently and as part of the team while enhancing their problem-solving and critical thinking within a PSW's scope of practice. The student will be expected to demonstrate all acquired skills in a consistent and competent manner as well as confidentiality, safety, organization, communication, and documentation while caring for a...
In this course, the student is introduced to the role of the Ontario Personal Support Worker (PSW) and the scope of practice for the PSW within the health care system. Through class discussion, seminars, lectures, the student will explore confidentiality and privacy, client rights and boundaries, ethical issues, professional behavior, and legislation involving the health care system.
The purpose of this segment is to describe the process of urination, factors that affect urination, and to learn nursing diagnosis and PSW interventions to assist clients with altered urinary elimination. After discussion on the segment the student will be able to identify factors that affect urination, discuss the eight common alterations in urinary elimination, and list common urinary problems...
Obtain a better understanding of neurological disorders and what role the PSW can play in the care of patients with neurological disorders. A deeper study for Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease will allow for better understanding of the patient needs and methods of care.
This course is designed for Personal Support Workers (PSW) employed in Long Term Care facilities, hospitals, and home care/community settings. The focus of this course is on the general principles of medication administration. Topics covered include; current drug legislation, methods of safe medication administration; common drug interactions and reactions; and classifications of medication.
Designed for in-facility care providers such as nursing staff, care aides, medical and dental professionals, and pre-hospital care providers. This course takes the place of the former HCP Level of Standard First Aid / CPR and will be required for PSW students to take their placements. Upon successful completion, students will receive 1 year certification in Basic Life Support from Red Cross.