Cheryl Nathan
Spencer,Massachusetts
Summary
Skilled Occupational Therapist with proven expertise in patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration, demonstrated at Overlook Visiting Nurse Association and other key institutions. Excelled in delivering comprehensive care through advanced clinical reasoning and effective goal setting. Achieved significant patient progress by leveraging adaptive equipment knowledge and progress monitoring techniques. Committed to continuous learning and excellence in direct patient care.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Tri Valley Elder Services
01.2024 - Current
- Per Diem Position
- Perform evaluations for the PCA program.
- Evaluate consumers level of functioning as they pertain to independence and safety with basic Activities of Daily Living, and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living.
- Completed and submitted reports in accordance to timelines.
Occupational Therapist
CAPS Collaborative
02.2013 - Current
- Documented student progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring DOE compliance.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve student abilities to perform daily activities and access the curriculum.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive results for students.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Supervised OT assistants in accordance with regulations.
- Provided in-service training for classroom staff.
Occupational Therapist
Overlook Visiting Nurse Association
11.2006 - 02.2013
- Performed evaluations and assessments to develop plan of care.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Supervised OTA to ensure patient progress and meet timelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Worcester State College
Worcester, MASkills
- Family and patient education
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Direct Patient Care
- Goal setting experience
- Activity analysis
- Adaptive equipment knowledge
- Progress Monitoring
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Tri Valley Elder Services
01.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist
CAPS Collaborative
02.2013 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Overlook Visiting Nurse Association
11.2006 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Worcester State College
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