Destini Hardy-Stover
Greenville,NC
Summary
Dynamic and seasoned Occupational Therapist from ECU Health Medical Center, specializing in neurological rehabilitation. Skilled in multiple settings, populations, and diagnoses. Adept in interdisciplinary collaboration needed for maximizing patient outcomes. Experienced with patient education & advocacy. Leadership through the OT Practice Council, supervision of students, and mentoring of new staff. Strong focus on ensuring comprehensive care and rehabilitation success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist IV
ECU Health Medical Center
06.2008 - 12.2024
- Completed comprehensive evaluations
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for improved patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
- Supervised Level 1 and Level 2 OT students
- Participated in OT Practice Council group serving as president one year and secretary another
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms including creating personalized handouts and resources
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and support services to aid in their rehabilitation.
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
SYNERTX
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Aegis Therapies
10.2009 - 10.2011
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
- Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2008
Bachelor of Science - Biology
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2002
Skills
- Clinical reasoning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration & teamwork
- Time management
- Active listening
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Patient rapport building
Affiliations
- NBCOT
- NCBOT
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
SYNERTX
01.2011 - 01.2012
Occupational Therapist (PRN)
Aegis Therapies
10.2009 - 10.2011
Occupational Therapist IV
ECU Health Medical Center
06.2008 - 12.2024
- CPR/AED Certification
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
East Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
East Carolina University
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