Jennifer Taylor
Columbia,TN
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with experience in diverse clinical settings, specializing in developing and implementing customized treatment plans for individuals of all ages. Skilled in patient assessment, therapeutic intervention, and adaptive strategies to enhance daily living skills. Demonstrated ability to foster positive outcomes through effective communication, teamwork, and innovative problem-solving techniques. Successfully improved patients' quality of life by maximizing independence and functionality in previous roles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Occupational Therapist
NHC Maury Regional Transitional Care Center
Columbia, TN
05.2024 - Current
- Supported transition planning processes, and planned patient discharges.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
- Evaluated patient progress through standardized tests and clinical observations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment strategies.
- Educated caregivers on therapeutic techniques for use at home or in other settings.
- Assessed cognitive, physical, visual, and sensory impairments to create a personalized plan of care.
Occupational Therapy Student
NHC
Lewisburg, TN
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Managed a caseload of 8 patients daily.
- Conducted evaluations, re-evaluations, discharges, and utilized ACL, ADM Placemat, CPT Medbox, CPT SHOP, and CPT Phone under the supervision of the clinical instructor.
- Instructed patients in ADL tasks and client-centered care to promote functional outcomes.
- Experience with CVA, TBI, Parkinson’s Disease, dementia, amputations, hip precautions, sternal precautions, back precautions, therapeutic modalities, orthotics, pressure sore prevention and education, schizophrenia, and fibromyalgia.
Occupational Therapy Student
First Steps
Nashville, TN
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed a caseload of 6 to 8 clients daily.
- Completed evaluations using the Toddler and Child Sensory Profile, BOT-2, PDMS-2, and PDMS-3, and treatment sessions under the supervision of a clinical instructor.
- Experience with Down Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Parsonage-Turner syndrome, ASD, dyslexia, ADHD, developmental delays, Spina Bifida, oral motor weakness, and feeding therapy with ages 6 months to 12 years old.
Occupational Therapy Student
Maury Regional Medical Center
Columbia, TN
10.2022 - 10.2022
- Acute Care and Inpatient Rehab
Occupational Therapy Student
Easterseals
Nashville, TN
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Summer camp for participants aged seven to sixteen
Occupational Therapy Student
Clarksville Montgomery County School System
Clarksville, TN
04.2022 - 04.2022
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Tennessee State University
Nashville, TN12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Belmont University
Nashville, TN05.2020
Skills
- Treatment planning and discharge planning
- Patient evaluation and cognitive assessment
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Caregiver and family education
- Client-centered care strategies
- Time management and adaptability
- Assistive technology
Memberships Certifications
- Registered Occupational Therapist (License #7974)
- AOTA, 2021-present
- TNOTA, 2021-present
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 2023
- Registered Yoga Teacher 200-hr, 2020
- Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE), 2021-present
Timeline
Registered Occupational Therapist
NHC Maury Regional Transitional Care Center
05.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapy Student
NHC
09.2023 - 11.2023
Occupational Therapy Student
First Steps
05.2023 - 07.2023
Occupational Therapy Student
Maury Regional Medical Center
10.2022 - 10.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
Easterseals
07.2022 - 07.2022
Occupational Therapy Student
Clarksville Montgomery County School System
04.2022 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Tennessee State University
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Belmont University
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