Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide | Madison College Outline of Instruction

10524424 Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide

Course Information

Description

The 90 hour, 3 credit, Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide Program prepares Certified Nursing Assistants for employment as aides in restorative and rehabilitation therapy settings. Rehabilitation therapy aides work in the therapy department under the supervision of the therapist in hospitals, long term care and clinic settings. Restorative aides work under the supervision of the registered nurse. Training includes classroom, lab and clinical instruction in therapeutic interventions and approaches to care.

Total Credits

Course Competencies (Course Outcomes)

Perform within the job description of a Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide in a long-term, outpatient, or acute health care setting

Assessment Strategies

by participation in class discussion

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

by participation in clinical experience

satisfactory performance in clinical setting

Criteria

you investigate the role of restoration and rehabilitation in health care

you investigate the role of health care providers in the therapeutic process

you perform the role of the Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide

you explain the role of the Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide as part of the interdisciplinary team in various health care settings

you identify the steps of the therapeutic process

you interact appropriately with all members of the therapeutic team

you participate in therapeutic groups
Perform the role of the Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide in various health care settings safely

Assessment Strategies

by participation in class discussion

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

by satisfactory performance in the laboratory setting

by satisfactory performance in the clinical experience

Criteria

you perform standard precautions

you investigate emergency procedures

you recognize safety hazards

you follow procedure to report safety hazards
Interact appropriately with others in the therapeutic process

Assessment Strategies

by participation in classroom discussion

by participation in role playing activities

by satisfactory performance of communication skills in therapeutic health care settings

Criteria

you maintain client's rights
Promote the highest level of functioning for clients performing Activities of Daily Living

Assessment Strategies

by participation in classroom discussion

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

by satisfactory performance in the laboratory setting

by satisfactory performance in the clinical setting

Criteria

you follow the therapeutic plan of care for ADLs

you assist client to use adaptive devices for ADLs

you promote the client's highest level of functioning

you use approaches to build client's confidence
Promote client's mobility

Assessment Strategies

by participation in classroom discussion

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

by satisfactory performance in laboratory setting

by satisfactory performance in the clinical experience

Criteria

you monitor vital signs during activities accurately

you demonstrate safety for self and the client during bed mobility and transfers

you demonstrate appropriate technique when positioning a client

you adjust and use various adaptive devices for ambulation

you use wheelchairs and positioning devices
Perform therapeutic procedures in a lab and clinical setting

Assessment Strategies

by participation in classroom activities

by satisfactory performance of therapeutic modalities in the laboratory setting

by satisfactory performance in the clinical setting

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

Criteria

you perform therapeutic modalities in a lab and clinical setting

you explain the indications and contraindication for therapeutic modalities

you assist with wound care

you demonstrate proper technique in performing therapeutic exercises

you demonstrate proper care and fitting of splints and orthotics
Report and document information

Assessment Strategies

in a simulated classroom setting

in a clinical setting

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

Criteria

you report information to the appropriate persons

you document information using objective terms and SOAP format

you manage information in a therapeutic setting
Perform office procedures in a therapeutic setting

Assessment Strategies

in a classroom simulation

in a clinical setting

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

Criteria

you use office systems and equipment to schedule and process information
Follow the Therapeutic Plan of Care for persons with various health conditions

Assessment Strategies

by participation in classroom activities

by satisfactory participation in clinical setting

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

Criteria

you recognize therapeutic approaches used for various health conditions

you follow the therapeutic plan of care for clients with various health conditions
Perform the role of a Restorative and Rehabilitation Therapy Aide in a professional manner

Assessment Strategies

by participation in classroom discussion and activities

by satisfactory participation in the clinical setting

on quiz and tests with a minimum score of 77%

Criteria

you demonstrate professionalism

you act as a client advocate

you work as part of a team