Kali Russell
Brandon,MS
Summary
Driven Occupational Therapist at Brandon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center, adept in enhancing patient functionality through evidence-based interventions. Professionally provides therapeutic interventions and assessments to variety of patients. Skills including creating individualized treatment plans to maximize patient's independence and wellbeing. Focused on using therapeutic approaches to help clients reach highest potential.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility
Brandon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2023 - Current
- Evaluate and treat a wide range of conditions including: Chronic/acute pain, Functional decline, Arthritis, Total joint replacement, CVA, TBI, and Neurodegenerative Conditions.
- Supervised an OTA and managed a caseload of 25-45 patients using daily collaboration and clear communication to ensure high quality of care.
- Plan individually-designed treatment programs to restore, maintain and improve physical functioning, alleviate pain, and facilitate highest level of independence.
- Communicate effectively with other care providers (physicians, nurses, nursing assistants, business office, and medical records) to provide for continuity of patient care.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
Occupational Therapist- Outpatient Pediatrics
Children's Therapy Center
06.2022 - 11.2023
- Enhanced patient functionality through evidence-based therapeutic interventions and exercises.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Improved functional outcomes for pediatric patients by integrating play-based therapy techniques into treatment plans.
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with chronic conditions by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
Occupational Therapy Level II Clinical Fieldwork
Methodist Rehabilitation Center - Outpatient Neuro
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Completed a 12 week clinical rotation consisting of individualized treatment planning, performing standardized assessments and thorough evaluations, providing skilled intervention under supervision of a licensed OTR/L.
- Population: Adults with neurological impairments and diagnoses, including Spinal Cord Injury, CVA, TBI, MS, and ALS.
Occupational Therapy Level II Clinical Fieldwork
Melanie Massey Physical Therapy - Pediatrics
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Completed a 12 week clinical rotation consisting of treatment planning, skilled intervention, standardized assessments, evaluations, and discharges under supervision of a licensed OTR/L.
- Population: Children (ages 0-15 with a variety of diagnoses)
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Jackson, MS, United States05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Mississippi
University, MS12.2018
Skills
- OT with experience treating a broad spectrum of conditions, diseases, and disorders in both geriatric and pediatric communities
- Strong work ethic
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Documentation skills
- Intervention Planning
- Treatment implementation
- Patient evaluations
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Family and patient education
Academic and Social Organizations
University of Mississippi Medical Center
AOTA member
NBCOT certified
MSOTA member
Banford Award Scholarship Recipient (2021, 2022)
Timeline
Occupational Therapist - Skilled Nursing Facility
Brandon Nursing And Rehabilitation Center
12.2023 - Current
Occupational Therapist- Outpatient Pediatrics
Children's Therapy Center
06.2022 - 11.2023
Occupational Therapy Level II Clinical Fieldwork
Melanie Massey Physical Therapy - Pediatrics
08.2021 - 11.2021
Occupational Therapy Level II Clinical Fieldwork
Methodist Rehabilitation Center - Outpatient Neuro
06.2021 - 08.2021
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
University of Mississippi
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