Donnal Blake Goodwin
Livingston,TX
Summary
Empathetic and kind occupational therapist with 17 years of experience working with people from all populations in a variety of settings (home health, skilled nursing facilities, and hospitals inpatient/outpatient). Effectively tailor interventions to each patient's unique strengths. Possesses a love for assisting patients in enhancing their motor and cognitive skills and is familiar with ways for improving all facets of life for varied patients. Renowned for having excellent organizational, time-management, and communication skills.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
COTA
Rehability Rehab (Home Health)
The Woodlands, TX
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety, and rights.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments, and home exercises.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Maintained and promoted a positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
OT Student (COTA/OTS) - Fieldwork Level 2B
Livingston ISD
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals. Also, attended and participated in ARD/IEP meetings for students on caseload.
- Recommended equipment to use in-school classroom setting to maximize opportunities for education and wellness.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
OT Student (COTA/OTS) - Fieldwork Level 2A
CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin - Outpatient
Lufkin, TX
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Evaluated patient conditions, histories, and goals.
- Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
- Recommended equipment to use in-treatment session to maximize opportunities for wellness.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Worked well in team setting, providing support and guidance.
Education
Master of Science - Master of Occupational Therapy Major
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Applied Arts & Sciences Major
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TX04.2021
Skills
- Active Listening
- Coordination and Balance
- Documentation Skills: Evaluations, Progress notes, Daily report, Recertification, and Discharges
- EMR Systems: I have worked with many different programs (Microsoft Office Tools, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and EMR systems in Hospital (Paragon), SNF (Rehab Optima or Net Health), and Home Health (Kinnser) settings Proficient at all systems worked with in the past 17 years
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Movement Restoration
- Patient Assessments: Assessing coordination skills and strengthening
- Patient and Family Education through use of Energy Conservation techniques, Diaphragmatic Breathing Technique, and Home Exercise Programs that fit the patients needs
- Patient Management: Modalities
- Safety Protocols
- Strength Development
- Therapist Collaboration: PT, SLP and Nursing staff
- Rehabilitation Techniques
Certification
- Member of AOTA - August 2021 to Present
- Member of NBCOT - August 2021 to Present
- Licensed Occupational Therapist - January 2024 to Present
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
OT Student (COTA/OTS) - Fieldwork Level 2B
Livingston ISD
08.2023 - 11.2023
OT Student (COTA/OTS) - Fieldwork Level 2A
CHI St. Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin - Outpatient
05.2023 - 07.2023
COTA
Rehability Rehab (Home Health)
11.2022 - Current
Master of Science - Master of Occupational Therapy Major
University of Texas At Tyler
Bachelor of Science - Applied Arts & Sciences Major
University of Texas At Tyler
- Member of AOTA - August 2021 to Present
- Member of NBCOT - August 2021 to Present
- Licensed Occupational Therapist - January 2024 to Present
Custom
From a young age, I played the piano and organ because I enjoyed music. If the customer likes the music, I believe it might be therapeutic and assist to lift their spirits. I've had the experience of dealing with a patient in their home and having music improve our therapy sessions.
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