Jennifer Kirby
Alliance,OH
Summary
Adaptable occupational therapy professional with a robust background in functional mobility, ADL/IADL independence, and home safety. Known for effective communication and teamwork, contributing to optimal patient care and safety.
Overview
1
1
Certification
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA-L
Aultman Health Foundation- Home Care
02.2011 - Current
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
- Assisted in patient assessments, documenting progress and adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance patient mobility and daily living skills.
- Served as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system by communicating their needs effectively with other professionals involved in their care plan.
- Ensured adherence to facility policies, procedures, regulations as well as compliance with state licensing requirements for COTA/Ls.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress, address concerns, and develop collaborative approaches for optimal care.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
- Prioritized patient safety by adhering to proper body mechanics, infection control protocols, and other facility guidelines during all therapy sessions.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
COTA-L
Blue Skies of Ohio, Stark MR/DD
06.1999 - 12.2010
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in adult sheltered workshop settings.
- Assisted in patient assessments, documenting progress and adjusting care plans accordingly.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance patient mobility and daily living skills.
- Assisted patients in achieving greater independence through adaptive equipment training and environmental modifications.
- Served as an advocate for patients within the healthcare system by communicating their needs effectively with other professionals involved in their care plan.
- Maintained thorough documentation of patient treatments, assessments, and progress for accurate record keeping and communication with interdisciplinary team members.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kent State University
Kent, OHAssociate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Stark State College
Canton, OHSkills
- Collaboration with interdisciplinary team
- Functional mobility training
- Patient and family education
- Sensory integration techniques
- Geriatric care
- Documentation and reporting
- Cognitive retraining
- Range of motion improvement
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Pain management techniques
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Assistive technology use
- Wheelchair positioning
- Adaptive equipment
- Orthopedic treatment
- Prosthetic training
- Community reintegration
- Upper extremity strengthening
- Feeding and swallowing strategies
- Home health experience
- Leisure skill development
- Environmental modification
- Therapeutic exercise planning
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
Certification
National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.
Timeline
COTA-L
Aultman Health Foundation- Home Care
02.2011 - Current
COTA-L
Blue Skies of Ohio, Stark MR/DD
06.1999 - 12.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Kent State University
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Stark State College