Kayla Sipes
McConnellsburg,PA
Summary
Healthcare professional with solid background in therapeutic support and patient care. Proven ability to implement effective treatment plans and improve patient mobility. Reliable team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic healthcare environments, with strong skills in communication and patient interaction. Healthcare experience as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant with proven expertise in geriatric rehabilitation and collaborative teamwork, honed at War Memorial Hospital as as Inpatient/Hospital based therapist. Excelled in delivering patient-centered care, significantly enhancing recovery outcomes through innovative therapeutic exercise programming and adaptive equipment expertise. Demonstrated exceptional ability in fostering patient engagement and independence, achieving notable improvements in functional mobility and quality of life. Currently enrolled at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College in the ASN program seeking a position in the Summer 2025 Nursing Extern Program and also currently a part of the WVU Aspiring Nurse Program- Berkeley Medical Center Campus.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Valley Health-War Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services in Acute Care and Swing Bed Therapy Hospital settings.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on home exercises and self-care techniques, promoting independence and long-term success.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary case conferences, providing valuable input for comprehensive care planning.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, facilitating data-driven decision-making for treatment plan adjustments.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety, and rights.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fulton County Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Collaborated with supervising Occupational Therapists to evaluate treatment effectiveness, making necessary adjustments for optimal results.
- Maintained and promoted positive attitude toward clients and treatment programs.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
- Assisted patients with completing basic daily living activities such as grooming, dressing and self-feeding.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
- Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Helped determine realistic treatment goals and adjusted steps based on patient progress.
- Provided direct occupational therapy services Long Term Care settings.
- Provided compassionate care to patients with debilitating conditions.
- Evaluated treatment progress and adjusted to achieve maximum benefit.
- Enhanced patient recovery through the development and implementation of therapeutic interventions.
- Educated patients and caregivers on home exercises and self-care techniques, promoting independence and long-term success.
- Participated in continuous professional development to stay current on best practices and maintain high-quality patient care standards.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary case conferences, providing valuable input for comprehensive care planning.
- Educated patients on safe and effective use of therapy equipment, such as pulleys, weights and inclined surfaces.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and functional mobility to increase comfort and quality of life.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress, facilitating data-driven decision-making for treatment plan adjustments.
- Provided adaptive equipment recommendations based on individual patient needs, enhancing daily living skills.
- Educated patients and families on conditions, treatments and home exercises.
- Advocated for all patients' health, safety, and rights.
- Provided support to help patients adjust to new physical or cognitive limitations.
- Increased patient engagement by developing and implementing interactive therapy sessions.
- Improved patient comfort and therapy participation by establishing rapport and trust through empathetic communication.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care, enhancing patient rehabilitation and recovery.
- Provided adaptive equipment recommendations to improve patients' daily living skills, facilitating greater independence.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Pennsylvania State University
Mont Alto, PA12-2010
Skills
- Fine motor skills development
- Fall prevention strategies
- Activity analysis
- Collaborative teamwork
- Documentation and reporting
- Stroke recovery assistance
- Assistive technology use
- Functional mobility training
- Schedule management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Cognitive retraining
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Range of motion improvement
- Home modification planning
- Therapeutic exercise programming
- Adaptive equipment expertise
- Wheelchair positioning
- Upper extremity strengthening
- Feeding intervention
- Team collaboration
- Therapeutic techniques
- Patient-centered care
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Range of motion exercises
- Patient rehabilitation
- Clinical team collaboration
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Patient care planning
- Certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA)
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Valley Health-War Memorial Hospital
01.2011 - 05.2024
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Fulton County Medical Center
01.2010 - 01.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Occupational Therapy
Pennsylvania State University
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