Emily Mcpherson
Frontenac,KS
Summary
Focused team player familiar with helping patients develop skills such as feeding, grooming and dressing, as well as providing educational support and managing sensory processing issues. Hardworking, disciplined multitasker with analytical problem-solving and conflict management abilities. Skilled at personalizing intervention plans to take advantage of individual patient strengths.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA-L PRN
Lifepoint Health
Pittsburg, KS
06.2023 - Current
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
- Assisted OTs with implementing 4-5 individual treatment plans to help patients function independently.
- Collaborated with 2-3 nursing staff, patient caregivers and family to develop discharge plans and discuss patient progress.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Conducted occupational-focused interviews of incoming patients.
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Prepared and maintained treatment areas after daily use by cleaning and setting up equipment.
CNA
Girard Medical Center
Girard, KS
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Crowder College
Neosho, MO12.2022
High School Diploma -
Columbus High School
Columbus, KS05.2018
Skills
- Upper extremity strengthening
- Fine motor skills development
- Geriatric care
- Work well with others
- Responsible and dependable
- Determined
- CPR certified
- First Aid Certified
- Certified Nurse Assistant
Timeline
COTA-L PRN
Lifepoint Health
06.2023 - Current
CNA
Girard Medical Center
05.2018 - 05.2020
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Crowder College
High School Diploma -
Columbus High School