Health Careers Division

January 13, 2017

Angelina College Health Careers Division PHRA 2366: Practicum II (sections A-G) General Syllabus

I. BASIC COURSE INFORMATION

A. Course Description: 3 hours credit. Practical, general workplace training supported by an individualized learning plan developed by the employer, college, and student. Learning Outcomes: As outlined in the learning plan, apply the theory, concepts, and skills involving specialized materials, tools, equipment, procedures, regulations, laws, and interactions within and among political, economic, environmental, social, and legal systems associated with the occupation and the business/industry and will demonstrate legal and ethical behavior, safety practices, interpersonal and teamwork skills, and appropriate written and verbal communication skills using the terminology of the occupation and the business/industry. Pre-requisites: PHRA 1266, PHRA 1301, PHRA 1305, PHRA 1309, PHRA 1313, BIOL 1408. (360 practicum hours) Co-requisites: PHRA 1102, 1345, 1349, 1441

B. Intended Audience: First-Year Students already enrolled in the Pharmacy Technology Program.

C. Instructor: Elaine Young Lab Instructors: Elaine Young, Susie Ikner, Amberlee Gibson, Ashley Nair (pre- training intermediate, advanced skills) Office Location: HC II room 222E Office phone: 936-633-5433 Office email: [email protected] Office hours: Thursday 12:00-2:00pm or Friday 8:00-12:00 noon

II. INTENDED STUDENT OUTCOMES: A. Core Objectives – (Basic Intellectual Competencies-Tentative) 1. Critical Thinking Skills: Includes creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information. 2. Communication Skills: Includes effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral, and visual communication. 3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Includes the manipulation and analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions. 4. Teamwork: Includes the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. 5. Personal Responsibility: Includes the ability to connect choices, actions, and consequences to ethical decision making. 6. Social Responsibility: Includes intercultural competence, knowledge, and civic responsibility, and the ability to engage in regional, national, and global communities.

B. Course Objectives for all sections – 1. Obtain practical experience, knowledge, and skills to enable student to gain proficiency in a structured learning environment. 2. Learn employer expectations of pharmacy technician. 3. Develop work ethic skills. 4. Perform duties of a pharmacy technician in all settings (institutional, retail, long-term care, mail-order)

5/9/2011 C. Course Objectives as determined by the instructor – Identify a variety of strategies for successful adaption to the work environment. Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and other members of the healthcare team. Provide the student with a working knowledge of most aspects of pharmacy in community, institutional, and other practice settings.

III. ASSESSMENT MEASURES OF STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES: A. Assessments for the Core Objectives – (Basic Intellectual Competencies-Tentative) 1. Critical Thinking Skills: Competency in critical thinking will be observed in group scenarios role playing “Benefits of Automation.” Students will practice critical thinking skills by answering post lab analysis questions and discussion. 2. Communication Skills: Competency in communication skills will be observed during simulated lab role playing telephone protocols,and during clinicals interacting with nurses, physicians, pharmacists, techs, or other personnel and accurately obtaining and conveying necessary information for patient care. 3. Empirical and Quantitative Skills: N/A 4. Teamwork: Includes the ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal. 5. Personal Responsibility: Competency in personal responsibility will be observed as students demonstrate ethical responses when necessary. Students will demonstrate ethical conduct in all job-related activities. 6. Social Responsibility: N/A

B. Assessments for Course Objectives for all sections – SCANS Skills Assessments

Foundation Skills Required Reading Written Assignments Decision making & Problem Solving Mathematical Calculations Demonstrated Competency in Lab

Workplace Competencies Acquires and Evaluates Information Organizes and Maintains Information Applies technology Participates as a Team Member Demonstrated Competency in Clinical

C. Assessments for the Course Objectives as determined by the instructor – D. Assessments for the Course Objectives as determined by the instructor – 1. Practicum evaluation satisfactory. 2. Completion of time sheet. 3. Achievement of a passing grade on evaluation from each preceptor. 4. Achievement of a passing score on the national PTCB examination.

5/9/2011 IV. INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES: A. Methodologies common to all sections Discussion, demonstration, return demonstration/performance, video. Additional methods designed for remediation or enrichment may be individually tailored as needed. B. Methodologies determined by the instructor-same as above

V. COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND POLICIES: A. Required Textbooks, Materials, and Equipment – Basic calculator for simple math calculations Pioneer Rx software & Prism software-Morris Dickson Pharmacy Labs for Technicians 3rd edition, Sparks, Jason, McCartney, Lisa, Paradigm 2016 Mosby’s Pharmacy Technician Principles & Practice, Elsevier, Workbook and Lab Manual 2016

B. Assignments – The 3rd rotation will begin on Jan. 23, 2017 and end on Feb. 21, 2017. The students will train for 9 hrs each day on Monday and Tuesday for a total of 90 hrs for the 3rd rotation. The 4th rotation will begin on February 27, 2017 and end on April 4, 2017. Students will train 9 hrs each day on Monday and Tuesday for a total of 90 hrs. The 5th rotation will begin on April 10, 2017 and end on May 9, 2017 for a total of 90 hours. Three evaluations and end of semester evaluation will be given on each student. The end of semester evaluation will be May 8, 2017. (AC Labs-113 hrs, Field Trip-9hrs, 3 rd rotation-90hrs, 4th rotation-90hrs, 5th rotation 90 hrs, evaluations-9hrs) This will have completed the 360+ hours for PHRA 2366. Angelina College Simulated Labs with part-time instructors L-simulated labs at AC P-Practicum 9 hrs/day FT-Field Trip

WEEK Location AC /P/FT Hours 1 AC AC-24 2 AC AC-16 P-2 days P-18 3 AC AC-20 Friday- /3rd party insurance-Nair P-2 days P-18 Clinical Progress Report 4 AC AC-20 Friday- 3rd party insurance-Nair P-2 days P-18 5 AC AC-20 Friday-makeup/remedial / 3rd party insurance-Nair P-2 days P-18 6 AC AC-20 Evaluation Friday-3rd party insurance-Nair P-2 days P-18 7 AC AC-20 Friday-3rd party insurance-Nair P-2 days P-18 8 AC AC-16 P-2 days P-18 Clinical Progress Report 9 AC AC-16

5/9/2011 P-2 days P-18 10 AC AC-16 P-2days P-18 11 AC AC-16 Evaluation P-2 days P-18 12 AC AC-16 P-2 days P-18 13 AC AC-16 Field Trip-10 P-2 days P-18 Clinical Progress Report 14 AC AC-16 P-2 days P-18 15 AC AC-16 Finals P-2 days P-18 16 AC AC-8 Finals Evaluation P-2 days P-18 Graduation

C. Course Policies – (This course conforms to the policies of Angelina College as stated in the Angelina College Bulletin and Pharmacy Tech Program Handbook.)

1. Academic Assistance – If you have a disability (as cited in Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 or Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990) that may affect your participation in this class, you should see Sellestine Hunt Associate Dean of Student Services, Student Center, Room 200. At a post-secondary institution, you must self-identify as a person with a disability; Ms. Hunt will assist you with the necessary information to do so. To report any complaints of discrimination related to disability, you should contact Mr. Steve Hudman, Dean of Student Affairs, in Student Center, Room 101, (936) 633-5292 or by email [email protected].

2. Attendance – Practicum: Students must call the program coordinator, the preceptor, and facility prior to practicum to report any absence no later than 9:00am. Instructors will accept telephone calls from only the student. All absences must be made up within 10 days. More than three absences in the practicum area will result in withdrawal from the practicum course in progress. Students who do not follow the rules will receive counseling and a warning. A second warning of the same offense will result in the student being placed on probation. You must also notify the program coordinator if you are tardy for clinical or leaving early for any reason from clinical.

3. Additional Policies Established by the Individual Instructor – See Pharmacy Tech Student Handbook 2016-2017 (Attendance Information and Policies). Students considering withdrawing from the program should speak with the Program Coordinator for withdrawal and re-entry information. NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED IN PRACTICUM SETTINGS.Students may not make or receive personal phone calls at the practicum site. In case of an emergency, family members need to contact Mrs. Young at 936-633-5433 or Ms. Shepperd at 936-633-5267. Mrs. Young will inform the student of the emergency. Students will not leave practicum site premises during practicum hours without the preceptor’s and program directors permission. Students-all information about any patient’s condition is confidential and should not be discussed with anyone. GUM CHEWING will NOT be allowed while in uniform at the practicum site.

5/9/2011 A long sleeve (gray or black) tee-shirt may be worn UNDER scrub top. NO sweatshirts, jackets, etc. are allowed over the uniform top. No head coverings are allowed at the practicum site. (caps, hats, etc.) All tattoos that are visible while wearing the AC uniform must be covered. (bandages, AC jacket, etc.) Male students must keep beards or mustaches neatly trimmed and shaved at all times, or be clean shaven. No extreme hair color will be allowed. No body piercing allowed. Students must present a clean, well groomed appearance at all times. VI. COURSE CONTENT: A. Required Content/ Topics – Application of the theory, concepts, and skills through practicum assignments aligned with PHRA 1313 Community Pharmacy Practice, PHRA 1349 Institutional Pharmacy Practice, and PHRA 1345 IV Admixture and Sterile Compounding.

B. Additional Content - ASHP Goals 1-46 (PHRA 1266 covered all 46 basic simulated labs during fall semester prior to 1st practicum rotation). PHRA 2366 covers all 46 intermediate/advanced simulated labs during the spring semester.

ASHP Practicum Objectives

Goal ASHP Goals Number Goal 1: Demonstrate ethical conduct in all job-related activities. Goal 2: Present an image appropriate for the profession of pharmacy in appearance and behavior. Goal 3: Communicate clearly when speaking and in writing. Goal 4: Demonstrate a respectful attitude when interacting with diverse patient populations. Goal 5: Apply self-management skills, including time management, stress management, and adapting to change. Goal 6: Apply interpersonal skills, including negotiation skills, conflict resolution, and teamwork. Goal 7: Apply critical thinking skills, creativity, and innovation to solve problems. Goal 8: Demonstrate understanding of healthcare occupations and the health care delivery systems. Goal 9: Demonstrate understanding of wellness promotion and disease prevention concepts, such as use of health screenings; health practices and environmental factors that impact health; and adverse effects of alcohol, tobacco, and legal and illegal drugs. Goal 10: Demonstrate commitment to excellence in the pharmacy profession and to continuing education and training. Goal 11: Demonstrate knowledge and skills in areas of science relevant to the pharmacy technician’s role, including anatomy/physiology and pharmacology. Goal 12: Perform mathematical calculations essential to the duties of pharmacy technicians in a variety of contemporary settings. Goal 13: Demonstrate understanding of the pharmacy technician’s role in the medication- use process. Goal 14: Demonstrate understanding of major trends, issues, goals, and initiatives taking place in the pharmacy profession. 5/9/2011 Goal 15: Demonstrate understanding of nontraditional roles of pharmacy technicians. Goal 16: Identify and describe emerging therapies. Goal 17: Demonstrate understanding of the preparation and process for sterile and nonsterile compounding. Goal 18: Assist pharmacists in collecting, organizing, and recording demographic and clinical information for direct patient care and medication-use review Goal 19: Receive and screen prescriptions / medication orders for completeness, accuracy, and authenticity Goal 20: Assist pharmacists in the identification of patients who desire / require counseling to optimize the use of medications, equipment, and devices Goal 21: Prepare non-patient-specific medications for distribution (e.g., batch, stock medications) Goal 22: Distribute medications in a manner that follows specified procedures Goal 23: Practice effective infection control procedures, including preventing transmission of blood borne and airborne diseases Goal 24: Assist pharmacists in preparing, storing, and distributing medication products requiring special handling and documentation (controls, immunizations, chemotherapy, invegistational drugs, drugs with mandated Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategies REMS) Goal 25: Assist pharmacists in the monitoring of medication therapy Goal 26: Prepare patient-specific medications for distribution Goal 27: Maintain pharmacy facilities and equipment, including automated dispensing equipment Goal 28: Use material safety data sheets (MSDS) to identify, handle, and safely dispose of hazardous materials Goal 29: Prepare medications requiring compounding of sterile products. Goal 30: Prepare medications requiring compounding of nonsterile products. Goal 31: Prepare medications requiring compounding of chemotherapy/hazardous products. Goal 32: Initiate, verify, and assist in the adjudication of billing for pharmacy services and goods, and collect payment for these services Goal 33: Apply accepted procedures in purchasing pharmaceuticals, devices, and supplies Goal 34: Apply accepted procedures in inventory control of medications, equipment, and devices Goal 35: Explain pharmacy reimbursement plans for covering pharmacy services Goal 36: Apply patient and medication safety practices in all aspects of the pharmacy technician’s roles Goal 37: Verify measurements, preparation, and/or packaging of medications produced by other healthcare professionals (tech-check-tech) Goal 38: Explain pharmacists’ roles when they are responding to emergency situations and how pharmacy technicians can assist pharmacists by being certified as a Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. Goal 39: Demonstrate skills required for effective emergency preparedness. Goal 40: Assist pharmacist in medication reconciliation. Goal 41: Assist pharmacist in medication therapy management. Goal 42: Describe the use of current technology in the healthcare environment to ensure the safety and accuracy of medication dispensing Goal 43: Compare and contrast the roles of pharmacists and technicians in ensuring pharmacy department compliance with professional standards and relevant legal, regulatory, formulary, contractual, and safety requirements Goal 44: Maintain confidentiality of patient information. Goal 45: Apply quality assurance practices to pharmaceuticals, durable and non-durable medical equipment, devices, and supplies 5/9/2011 Goal 46: Explain procedures and communication channels to use in the event of a product recall or shortage, a medication error, or identification of another problem

VII. EVALUATION AND GRADING: A. Grading Criteria 1 Pass/Fail Course. Practicum participation, successful completion of 46 simulated labs, completion of Time Sheets-more than 3 absences will result in F. All absences must be made up (excused or unexcused)

B. Determination of Grade Completion of 46 ASHP goals-simulated labs (intermediate/advanced), time sheets, evaluations (third, fourth, fifth rotations, & end of semester evaluations) completion of training plan. All required practicum hours must be completed and students must obtain a satisfactory “S” or not applicable “N/A” on each objective of the last rotation (5th) evaluation to receive a PASS grade. 2 VIII.SYLLABUS MODIFICATION: The instructor may modify the provisions of the syllabus to meet individual class needs by informing the class in advance as to the changes being made.

5/9/2011