KALEIGH GRZENDA
Franklin,MA
Summary
Compassionate occupational therapist with experience in acute care and post-acute rehabilitation. Focused on delivering evidence-based, goal-oriented interventions that maximize patient independence and ensure safe discharge. Adept at collaborating within interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Travel Occupational Therapist
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital
Providence, RI
02.2026 - Current
- Evaluated and treated high acuity, medically complex patients across acute care settings, including the ED, PACU, CCU, and general medical floors.
- Provided comprehensive occupational therapy for acute care and inpatient rehabilitation patients, focusing on ADLs and functional mobility.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to formulate discharge recommendations, ensuring appropriate placements in home, acute rehab, or skilled nursing facilities.
Occupational Therapist, Per Diem
Lahey Medical Center
Burlington, MA
10.2025 - Current
- Conducted patient-centered evaluations and interventions in fast-paced acute care setting, addressing functional mobility, ADLs, cognition, and effective discharge planning.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that support safe and efficient transitions of care.
- Educated patients and families on adaptive strategies, equipment use, and home safety, maximizing independence and minimizing readmission risk.
Occupational Therapist
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
Westborough, MA
03.2025 - 02.2026
- Conducted thorough evaluations to guide an individualized plan of care.
- Delivered occupation-based interventions to older adults and medically complex patients, enhancing ADL performance, functional mobility, and safety for successful home transitions.
- Collaborated with nursing, therapy, and social work to coordinate care, monitor progress, and contribute to comprehensive recommendations.
- Provided patient and family education on equipment, strategies, and environmental modifications, fostering greater independence and self-management.
Occupational Therapy Student
Wolf School
Rumford, Rhode Island
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Developed and implemented individualized IEP goals and objectives in collaboration with team members.
- Monitored student progress and outcomes through daily documentation to inform goal adjustments and treatment plans.
- Created a customized sensory path targeting proprioceptive and vestibular functions, promoting sensory integration and enhancing student participation.
Occupational Therapy Student
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Fall River, Massachusetts
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted comprehensive evaluations under supervision to assess ADLs, functional mobility, cognition, and discharge readiness, ensuring tailored care plans.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to promote mobilization and functional recovery.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to facilitate safe patient progression through coordinated treatment strategies.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Worcester State University
Worcester, Massachusetts, MA12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Studies
Worcester State University
Worcester, Massachusetts, MA05-2023
Skills
- Skilled in adapting care plans for diverse populations and diagnoses
- Experienced in client-centered care and evidence-based interventions
- Care coordination and discharge planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Documentation standards
- Proficient in EPIC, NetHealth, MediTech, Matrix, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace
- Adaptable to dynamic environments and demands
Certification
Occupational Therapist, Registered #528872
Timeline
Travel Occupational Therapist
Our Lady of Fatima Hospital
02.2026 - Current
Occupational Therapist, Per Diem
Lahey Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Whittier Rehabilitation Hospital
03.2025 - 02.2026
Occupational Therapy Student
Wolf School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Occupational Therapy Student
Charlton Memorial Hospital
06.2024 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Worcester State University
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Studies
Worcester State University