Cathleen Foster
South Milwaukee
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Advocate Aurora Medical Center Grafton
03.2024 - Current
- Evaluated patient needs through comprehensive assessments to develop tailored treatment plans.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure seamless transitions of care between settings.
- Developed patient-specific educational materials to facilitate understanding of treatment goals.
Occupational Therapist
Advocate Aurora St. Luke’s South Shore Hospital
09.2015 - 10.2021
- Monitored and documented patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary for optimal outcomes.
- Provided family training sessions to equip caregivers with strategies for patient support at home.
- Customized therapeutic exercises based on individual patient goals and functional limitations.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
Occupational Therapist
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare/Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital
08.2009 - 03.2016
- Independently managed a case load of elective post-surgical/ med-surg/ ICU patients
- Co-facilitated Joint Effort Class
- Provided outpatient coverage as needed; providing wound management, hand/finger splinting, and treatment of various UE diagnoses
- Enhanced communication with healthcare providers, sharing patient progress and adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Occupational Therapist
St. Ann Center for Intergenerational care
05.2008 - 08.2009
- Independently evaluated, treated, and discharged outpatient patients from pediatrics to geriatrics with Neurologic and Orthopedic diagnoses
- Provided aquatic therapy to patients with shoulder dysfunction, functional balance deficits, and for pain management
- Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.
- Supervised and mentored occupational therapy students during their clinical rotations.
Occupational Therapist
Divine Savior Healthcare
08.2006 - 06.2007
- Independently evaluated, treated, and discharged acute and outpatient patients
- Educated cardio/pulmonary rehab patients in ADL, IADL, Work/leisure performance
- Customized static splints for orthopedic hand, wrist, and elbow nonsurgical and postsurgical conditions
- Developed patient education materials on ergonomics and injury prevention, promoting wellness in community.
Education
Masters of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI12.2005
Certified Lymphedema Therapist - undefined
Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy
St. Louis, MO05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, WI12.2003
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Direct patient care
- Staff education and training
- Documentation skills
- Activity analysis
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Occupational therapist registered (OTR)
- Interpersonal communication
- Teamwork
Certification
- OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Advocate Aurora Medical Center Grafton
03.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Advocate Aurora St. Luke’s South Shore Hospital
09.2015 - 10.2021
Occupational Therapist
Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare/Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital
08.2009 - 03.2016
Occupational Therapist
St. Ann Center for Intergenerational care
05.2008 - 08.2009
Occupational Therapist
Divine Savior Healthcare
08.2006 - 06.2007
Certified Lymphedema Therapist - undefined
Norton School of Lymphatic Therapy
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Wisconsin
Masters of Science - Occupational Therapy
University of Wisconsin
Credentials
- MS
- OTR/L
- CLT