Bianca Lyn Abel

A licensed occupational therapist committed to maximizing clients’ full potential and dedicated to achieving patient outcomes using evidence-based practice to enhance quality of life for others.

• Certified, National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) | October 2023
• Occupational Therapy License, Connecticut | November 2023
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR and AED | October 2023

Bel Air Manor, Newington, CT

Level II Fieldwork Student – Nursing and Rehabilitation Center April 2023-June 2023

• Evaluated and treated geriatrics with varying diagnoses and disabilities, including congestive heart failure, diabetes, cancer, knee replacements, fractures, and general weakness.
• Documented evaluation reports, daily notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Developed patient-centered treatments that were functional for daily living.
• Collaborated with physical therapists, physical therapy assistants, occupational therapy assistants, and social workers for plans of care.
• Attended family meetings for discharge planning and recommendations.

Children’s Therapy Services, Watertown, CT

Level II Fieldwork Student- Pediatric Community January 2023-March 2023

• Evaluated and treated children with varying diagnoses, including ADHD, CP, ID, and ASD.
• Performed and interpreted assessment results to identify facilitators and barriers to educational performance.
• Developed individualized treatment plans to help children improve independence.
• Collaborated with team members to monitor children’s progress and improve their performance.
• Participated in PPT meetings.
• Documented services provided following the facility’s policies and procedures.

Educational Playcare, Oxford, CT

Level I Fieldwork Student- Pediatric Community September 2022-October 2022

• Utilized formal assessments and observation skills to evaluate developmental milestones in children two years and younger.
• Successfully implemented therapeutic treatments to improve children’s independence with activities of daily living.

Stroke Clinic at Sacred Heart University, Fairfield, CT

Level I Fieldwork Student- General Rehab Outpatient May 2022-June 2022

• Assisted with evaluating and treating patients post stroke.
• Educated patients and caregivers on possible home and workplace modifications to improve

independence and enhance quality of life.

• Assisted with using a driving simulator to improve independence in driving.
• Performed active and passive range of motion and manual muscle testing.
• Provided documentation of services using SOAP notes.

Transition CT, Trumbull, CT

Level I Fieldwork Student- Adult Day Program for Developmental Delay March 2022-April 2022

• Developed and carried out treatment plans for adults with developmental delays.
• Collaborated with team members to assist with functional activities to improve independence with activities of daily living.
• Administered the interest checklist assessment to gather information for an occupational profile.