Advanced social, daily living, visual perceptual, and fine motor skills development to increase independence within the students school environment
Utilized standardized assessments to evaluate student progress, informing adjustments to treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes.
Continuously expanded professional knowledge through completed continuing education
Work with interdisciplinary team to complete individual education plan for students and complete daily documentation
maintain caseload of approximately 65-70 students
Contributing Faculty- Occupational Therapy
University of Saint Augustine
09.2022 - Current
Enhanced student understanding by designing interactive and engaging lectures.
Created dynamic learning environment that valued instructor and student interaction.
Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
Graded tests and assignments on blackboard
Provided students with constructive, encouraging and corrective feedback.
Contributing faculty in classes
Process of occupational therapy
Clinical applications of pediatrics/adolescence
Domain of occupational therapy
Clinical applications of psychosocial and community setting
Clinical applications in older adults
Occupational Therapist
Jacksonville Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 09.2022
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 comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
Evaluate and treat a wide range of conditions including chronic/acute pain, functional decline, arthritis, total joint replacement, CVA, TBI, and neurodegenerative diseases
maintain a high level of productivity through utilizing point of service documentation and planning out daily schedule to encourage efficiency
Occupational Therapy Capstone Experience
Arc of St. Johns (The Class)
10.2021 - 04.2022
Developed program for individuals diagnosed with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) focusing on sexual education and appropriate social interactions
conducted needs assessment and incorporated results into program
Pre and Post-test completed to observe increase of knowledge from participation within the program
Implemented ASL instruction within the program
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Arc of St. Johns (Main Campus)
05.2021 - 07.2021
Maintained full caseload while completing group and individual treatment sessions
Evaluated clients using standardized and non-standardized assessments (MOCA, SLUMS, ACLS, Barthel)
Focused on sensory integration, mobility, orientation, assistive and adaptive technology, IADLs, and ADLs during treatment sessions with adults diagnosed with IDD
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation
01.2021 - 05.2021
Maintained full caseload during the inpatient rehabilitation rotation completed on the TBI floor
Recognized skill in completing assessments, including vision assessments, KF-NAP(neglect assessment), WOLF, JFK Coma Recovery Scale, MOCA, and current level of function, including functional transfers and ADLs
Proficient in the use of Epic System to complete documentation and to communicate with other healthcare providers
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Saint Augustine, FL
04.2022
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Human Services
Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA
05.2019
Skills
Pediatric assessments
Play-Based Therapy
Assistive technology knowledge
Critical Thinking
Team Leadership
Student Mentoring
Course Planning
Certification
OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
Certified Occupational Therapist NBCOT
Timeline
Pediatric Occupational Therapist
Duval County Public Schools
10.2022 - Current
Contributing Faculty- Occupational Therapy
University of Saint Augustine
09.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Jacksonville Nursing and Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 09.2022
Occupational Therapy Capstone Experience
Arc of St. Johns (The Class)
10.2021 - 04.2022
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Arc of St. Johns (Main Campus)
05.2021 - 07.2021
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Kessler Institute of Rehabilitation
01.2021 - 05.2021
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Master of Science - Rehabilitation Human Services
Pennsylvania State University
OTR - Occupational Therapist Registered
Certified Occupational Therapist NBCOT
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