Denise VanZandt
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Dynamic Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with expertise in therapeutic exercise programming and collaborative teamwork. At Coordinated Therapy, successfully enhanced patient engagement through individualized treatment plans and adaptive techniques. Proven ability to foster trust and improve daily living skills, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in diverse settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Coordinated Therapy
01.2004 - Current
- Assisted occupational therapists in implementing individualized treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Monitored patient progress and documented responses to therapies, ensuring compliance with treatment protocols.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and adaptive techniques to enhance daily living skills.
- Developed and maintained therapeutic relationships with patients to foster trust and improve engagement in therapy sessions.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in SNF settings.
- Assisted DOR as back up for scheduling, staffing and other DOR duties.
LPN Charge Nurse
Trinity Lutheran Manor
12.2001 - 01.2004
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure quality patient care and adherence to protocols.
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans for residents based on assessments.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize resident health outcomes and service delivery.
- Monitored patient conditions, documenting changes and reporting critical information to physicians.
LPN Charge Nurse
Shawnee Gardens Rehabilitation Center
07.1997 - 12.2001
- Trained new staff on best practices in patient care and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Led shift operations, prioritizing tasks to manage workload efficiently among nursing team members.
- Conducted regular audits of medical records for accuracy, ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Fostered a positive environment through effective communication with residents and families regarding care updates.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, Kansas, KS07-2003
Skills
- Fine motor skills development
- Fall prevention strategies
- Activity analysis
- Documentation and reporting
- Collaborative teamwork
- Group therapy facilitation
- Schedule management
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Range of motion improvement
- Therapeutic exercise programming
- Adaptive equipment expertise
- Wheelchair positioning
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Coordinated Therapy
01.2004 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Trinity Lutheran Manor
12.2001 - 01.2004
LPN Charge Nurse
Shawnee Gardens Rehabilitation Center
07.1997 - 12.2001
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy
Kansas City Kansas Community College