Danielle L. Norberg
Tulsa,OK
Summary
Occupational Therapist with 9+ years of experience providing patient assessment, individualized treatment planning, and progress evaluation to improve functional independence and safety. Experienced collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, supervising COTAs and fieldwork students, and developing therapeutic programs to address diverse patient needs. Known for strong clinical reasoning, adaptability, and effective communication when working with complex and high-risk populations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Brookhaven Hospital
Tulsa, OK
01.2016 - Current
- Led occupational therapy programming within an inpatient behavioral health and brain injury setting.
- Developed and implemented therapeutic interventions by identifying patient needs and barriers to support functional progress, including groups such as Canteen, NRI Lunch Programming, and CNR-OK IADL groups.
- Created and implemented onboarding training to support clinical competency and regulatory compliance; collaborated with leadership in the development of departmental policies.
- Supervised COTAs and Level II occupational therapy fieldwork students, providing clinical instruction, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
- Collaborated with psychiatry, nursing, and interdisciplinary teams to guide treatment planning and support discharge readiness.
- Provided direct patient care support as a Mental Health Technician (MHT) during COVID-19 staffing shortages.
- Assisted with coordination of physical therapy services and billing management.
Occupational Therapist, Home Health
Capstone
Tulsa, OK
09.2020 - 01.2026
- Directed skilled OT services for medically complex adult and geriatric populations in home-based settings.
- Developed individualized, evidence-based treatment plans addressing neurological, orthopedic, cognitive, and psychosocial impairments.
- Managed supervision of COTAs to ensure compliance with best practices and enhance patient care quality.
- Provided caregiver training, home safety evaluations, and adaptive equipment recommendations.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Northeastern State University
Bachelor of Science - Organismic Biology
Northeastern State University
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Intervention planning
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Staff education and training
- Group therapy
- Fieldwork Educator and Supervisor
Certification
- National Board for Certification of Occupational Therapy (NBCOT)
- Certified Brain Injury Specialist (CBIS)
- CPR/CPI
Timeline
Occupational Therapist, Home Health
Capstone
09.2020 - 01.2026
Occupational Therapist
Brookhaven Hospital
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Organismic Biology
Northeastern State University
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Northeastern State University