Colleen Lance
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Compassionate and motivated Geriatric Physical Therapy Resident at Malcom Randall VA Medical Center with good relationship-building, communication, and instructing abilities. Knowledgeable with applying evidence-based practice to rehabilitate patients in various settings. Creative, detail-oriented and reliable with a hardworking nature. Interested in continuing work within the VA healthcare system.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Geriatric Physical Therapy Resident
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
2023.08 - 2024.08
- Rotations in acute care (visceral, cardiac, pulmonary, delirium, orthopedics, psychiatry, neurology), outpatient (orthopedics, vestibular, specialty seating/positioning/wheelchair, amputee/brace clinic, frailty), sub-acute rehab, and home-based primary care for home safety evaluations.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for residents.
- Improved resident satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing compassionate care.
- Developed rapport with residents and families, ensuring open communication and trust.
- Assessed patient needs for specialty referrals, diagnostic and in-patient care.
- Anticipated patients' needs, conducted discharge planning and created individualized disease management and prevention plans.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
- Educated patients and families on health conditions to raise awareness.
- Participated in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.
Student Physical Therapist
UF Health Rehab Hospital
2023.01 - 2023.03
- Completed evaluations, created and implemented treatment plans, and updated plan of care for patients dealing with complex issues such as stroke, brain injury, neurologic injury, oncological conditions, post orthopedic surgery, post cardiothoracic surgery, post transplant, and amputation.
- Co-treated with occupational therapists when providing therapy for bariatric patients.
- Trained family members/caregivers on how to safely transfer and care for the patient.
- Communicated in an interdisciplinary team with other care providers (physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, and case managers) in a weekly progress meeting to provide continuity of patient care and provide discharge recommendations.
Student Physical Therapist
UF Health Rehab Center- Medical Plaza
2022.10 - 2022.12
- Completed evaluations, created and implemented treatment plans, and updated plan of care for patients dealing with complex issues such as breast cancer, head and neck cancer, lymphedema, and orthopedic issues.
- Helped patients improve functional mobility by prescribing appropriate interventions. Assessed treatment plans and made adjustments for maximum benefits.
- Administered massages, manual lymphatic drainage, scar mobilization, and traction to relieve pain, improve comfort levels and decrease or prevent deformity or crippling.
- Participated in head and neck tumor board and breast cancer tumor board to identify patients in need of physical therapy post chemotherapy, radiation, and/or surgical interventions.
Student Physical Therapist
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
2022.08 - 2022.10
- Worked in acute care setting evaluating and treating veteran patients post orthopedic and cardiopulmonary surgical procedures, patients with general debility, patients post amputation, and patients with neurological conditions.
- Treated patients on multiple floors, including MICU, psychiatric, SICU, and orthopedic.
- Recommended and trained patients with appropriate assistive devices including rolling walkers and rollators.
- Reviewed home environments prior to discharge and recommended improvements to meet specific needs.
- Communicated effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, occupational therapists, business office, and medical records) to provide continuity of patient care.
Student Physical Therapist
Kinetix Physical Therapy
2022.03 - 2022.04
- Worked with patients recovering from reverse total shoulder surgeries, knee replacement, fractures and other orthopedic concerns, including OA and RA.
- Worked with female patients pre and post pregnancy requiring core and pelvic floor strengthening to alleviate pain and restore function.
- Planned individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain and prevent disability.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2023
Prerequisites For PT School -
Santa Fe College
Gainesville, FL05.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA05.2011
No Degree -
University of Georgia
Athens, GA05.2008
Skills
- Assistive Device Training
- Care Plan Development
- Chart Review
- Emotional Support/Empathetic Listening
- Gait Instruction
- Home Exercise Programs
- Interdisciplinary Team Coordination
- Patient Education Skills
- Pain Management Techniques
- Relationship Building
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Treatment Planning
Timeline
Geriatric Physical Therapy Resident
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
2023.08 - 2024.08
Student Physical Therapist
UF Health Rehab Hospital
2023.01 - 2023.03
Student Physical Therapist
UF Health Rehab Center- Medical Plaza
2022.10 - 2022.12
Student Physical Therapist
Malcom Randall VA Medical Center
2022.08 - 2022.10
Student Physical Therapist
Kinetix Physical Therapy
2022.03 - 2022.04
Doctor of Physical Therapy -
University of Florida
Prerequisites For PT School -
Santa Fe College
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Georgia Southern University
No Degree -
University of Georgia
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