Iyobosa Erhabor
North Hills,CA
Summary
I am currently earning a doctorate in occupational therapy and looking to transition into a part-time position where I can combine my education and nursing experience to improve clients’ health. I enjoy providing compassionate care to help identify and improve the activities of daily living that each individual patient needs or wants to do. I am an enthusiastic team player with multidisciplinary team experience, solid communication and interpersonal skills, and quick learning potential to adapt to new working environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Level 2 Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Arrow Center For Education Tangram
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Contributed to team meetings and collaborated with management in the decision-making process.
- Implemented and upgraded interventions for clients.
- Managed a high-volume caseload and organized a daily schedule.
- Managed time-sensitive deadlines effectively, ensuring all work was completed accurately within designated timelines.
- Demonstrated adaptability in a fast-paced work environment.
Level 2 Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Sheppard Pratt Rehab And Recovery
08.2023 - 11.2023
- I followed up, monitored, and recorded patient progress in response to therapy.
- Evaluated and contributed to treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including schizophrenia, depression, ADHD, and chronic and acute pain.
- Educated patients regarding diagnosis, trigger prevention, and therapeutic treatments.
- Planned and administered various treatments and therapeutic exercise programs involving skilled use of coping and social skills.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through clear communication and active listening skills, fostering long-term relationships.
Certified Nursing Aide
New Vista Post-Acute Care Center
05.2021 - 05.2023
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort and well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation, and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care and condition.
- Having displayed professionalism, teamwork, and a strong work ethic, I contributed to a positive work environment within the facility.
- Prevent pressure ulcers and skin breakdowns through regular repositioning of bed-bound patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding based on individual needs.
Volunteer
Healing Hands Therapy
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Track patient activity to assess improvement.
Volunteer
Terrio Physical Therapy & Fitness
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Coordinated with different service providers to meet clients' individual needs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Seasons Healthcare & Wellness
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Served as an advocate for each patient's needs during shift handoffs or interdisciplinary conferences with other healthcare professionals.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
Certified Nursing Aide
California Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Maintained clean and organized patient rooms to promote a healthy healing environment.
- Prevented pressure ulcers and skin breakdowns through regular repositioning of bed-bound patients.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Helped maintain infection control standards within the facility by following strict handwashing protocols and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Enhanced patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Baltimore, MD08.2024
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Bakersfield
Bakersfield, CA05.2021
Associate of Arts - Natural Sciences
Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA06.2018
Certified Nursing Aide, Restorative Nursing Assist - Nursing Assistance
St Jude Nursing School
Panorama City, United States05.2018
Skills
- Client-centered therapy
- Verbal and written communication skills
- Compassionate
- Solid work ethic
- Fast learner who can adapt to new situations
- Self-motivated
- Problem solving and critical-thinking skills
- Strong flexibility
- Team-oriented
Timeline
Level 2 Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Arrow Center For Education Tangram
12.2023 - 02.2024
Level 2 Occupational Therapy Fieldwork
Sheppard Pratt Rehab And Recovery
08.2023 - 11.2023
Volunteer
Healing Hands Therapy
06.2021 - 07.2021
Certified Nursing Aide
New Vista Post-Acute Care Center
05.2021 - 05.2023
Volunteer
Terrio Physical Therapy & Fitness
02.2021 - 05.2021
Certified Nursing Assistant
Four Seasons Healthcare & Wellness
05.2019 - 04.2020
Certified Nursing Aide
California Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Notre Dame of Maryland University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University, Bakersfield
Associate of Arts - Natural Sciences
Los Angeles Valley College
Certified Nursing Aide, Restorative Nursing Assist - Nursing Assistance
St Jude Nursing School
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