PRESBYTERIAN COLLEGE SCHOOL OF PHARMACY
pharmacy.presby.edu | 864.938.3900
PRECEPTOR
May 2020
Precepting in the midst of a pandemic In mid-March, the whole country changed as communities were increasingly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. For pharmacists, there were a number of changes that occurred almost overnight, including staffing changes, decreased services, and a quick transformation to telehealth where possible. Many rotation sites had to restrict student access to reduce risk of transmission and to preserve human resources. Even two months later, we are still working on new plans for students, rearranging schedules, creating new policies related to remote rotations and the safety of our students, and working with our preceptors to continue the education of our students.
We are so thankful for all of our preceptors who have been so willing to help us in this difficult time!
Resources Available: Pharmacy Education: ASHP Podcast – Managing Remote Rotations ASHP Podcast – Clinician Perspectives on Distance Learning & Virtual Rotations Health Sciences Education: COVID-19 & Medical Education This collection features articles and thought pieces on the novel coronavirus, its impact on medical education, and medical education’s response to it. AMA Innovations in Medication Education Webinar Slides Deploying students in alternative roles during COVID-19: Preserving clinical educational objectives & supporting competency development AAMC Resources Posted resources are related to educational innovations, policies, and best practices within the health professions that support teaching and learning. Connecting at the Nexus: COVID-19 Edition A series of web-based discussions, webinars, and forums to foster conversation, learning, and resource-sharing among leaders in interprofessional practice and education. Clinician Resources: NAM Resources for Health & Well-Being during COVID-19