The Virtual Job Shadowing Package for New Hires in LTC (LIPHA)
Online, asynchronous training
Ongoing phone & video support
For new hires and placement students
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The Ontario CLRI Virtual Job Shadowing Package for New Hires in LTC is a new form of virtual learning that enables learners to apply evidence-based resources to simulated cases through gaming. Learners will safely rehearse true-to-life healthcare scenarios with instant feedback, gaining confidence in caring for residents and families.
What is the challenge?
Team members and students in long-term care need quality training to do their job well. They need to work together in teams to make sure residents get excellent care. Team members and students who are new to the sector also need orientation to what working in LTC is all about with quick, new ways of learning to meet challenges.
How can we help?
The Ontario CLRI at Baycrest developed and tested the Virtual Job Shadowing Package for New Hires in LTC as a new way of learning with George Brown College, Toronto Metropolitan University, and Launch57. The Virtual Job Shadowing Package for New Hires in LTC is a virtual platform or app with easy-to-access, high-quality training for healthcare team members and students.
How does it work?
Compatible with Surge Learning, the meta-simulation software combines simulation-, case-, team-, and story-based learning where learners can practice true-to-life healthcare scenarios, receive instant feedback, and gain confidence in caring for residents and families as part of an interprofessional team. Virtual Care Simulations help new team members deepen and apply their skills while understanding their role, the team, and the culture of long-term care.
- This virtual learning platform is accessible online anytime, anywhere, on any device.
- The Virtual Job Shadowing Package for New Hires in LTC provides team members and students an opportunity to safely rehearse and receive feedback on performance.
- Learners can access on-the-job tools and save their favourites for easy reference.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Feel more confident as they begin their career or student placement in their LTC home.
- Have practiced true-to-life healthcare scenarios and received instant feedback in a risk-free, simulated environment.
- Be better equipped to care for residents and families as part of an interprofessional team.
- Gain an improved understanding of relational care, teamwork, and safety within the LTC home.
Duration
Self-paced but approximately 6.5 hours
Delivery Format
Virtual
Enroll in the Virtual Job Shadowing Package
What Participants Are Saying
“Playing the Carthage simulation was an engaging and highly educational experience. It allowed me to practice realistic long-term care scenarios to improve my clinical decision-making and communication skills and reflect on my actions through debriefing. I feel more confident in applying what I learned to real-world resident care, and I would highly recommend this type of interactive learning to other[s].”
“The Carthage game was a very realistic and engaging way to learn. It helped me understand how to handle different situations with patients and residents working effectively in a team and focus on safety and respectful care. I found it very useful for applying knowledge in real-life practice.”