Kellyn Lennon-Chapman

· Perform comprehensive functional and clinical assessments of individuals with lymphedema and related swelling conditions to identify physical limitations, barriers to mobility and participation, and individual treatment and support needs.

· Develop individualized plans of care based on clinical findings, functional goals, safety considerations, and the individual’s ability to independently manage their condition.

· Provide Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), including manual lymph drainage, compression therapy, therapeutic exercise, and skin care education.

· Apply compression bandaging and garments and instruct individuals in their appropriate use to promote safety, mobility, functional participation, and long-term self-management.

· Educate individuals and caregivers regarding lymphedema management, prevention strategies, skin integrity, symptom recognition, self-care, and lifestyle modifications.

· Provide practical strategies that enable individuals to manage their condition independently and reduce barriers that may interfere with daily activities, employment, community participation, and quality of life.

· Perform objective measurements to monitor changes in limb volume and functional outcomes, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and support data-informed modifications to individualized plans.

· Monitor progress and adjust interventions according to changing functional needs, clinical findings, and individual goals.

· Provide therapeutic exercises designed to improve lymphatic flow, mobility, strength, endurance, and functional performance. Incorporate patient-centered strategies that promote independence and facilitate participation in daily activities while considering physical and environmental factors that may affect accessibility and function.

· Provide wound care support and skin integrity management when indicated, with attention to safety, prevention of complications, and the individual’s ability to independently perform necessary care.

· Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical documentation and treatment records, including assessments, interventions, progress, outcomes, and modifications to the plan of care.

· Ensure documentation supports continuity of services, accountability, and effective communication among healthcare professionals.

· Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate comprehensive care and address medical, functional, and environmental factors affecting an individual’s independence and participation.

· Communicate effectively with individuals, caregivers, and professionals to identify needs, develop practical solutions, and facilitate appropriate services and supports.

· Promote person-centered care by recognizing the unique functional needs, abilities, goals, and circumstances of each individual.

• Created individualized wellness and rehabilitation plans to enhance client recovery and well-being.
• Guided clients in self-management and preventative health strategies to promote long-term health.
• Partnered with healthcare professionals to deliver coordinated care and improve client treatment outcomes.

· Evaluate individuals’ functional abilities, medical histories, and occupational performance to identify barriers to independence, accessibility, and participation and to develop individualized, goal-oriented intervention plans.

· Provide skilled services to individuals with a broad range of neurological and developmental disabilities, including stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, autism spectrum disorder, and other neurological conditions.

· Conduct comprehensive assessments of physical, cognitive, sensory, and functional abilities and apply clinical expertise to identify appropriate accommodations, adaptive strategies, and environmental modifications.

· Address limitations affecting activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), mobility, coordination, balance, strength, endurance, upper-extremity function, dexterity, and motor control, with a focus on maximizing independence, accessibility, and quality of life.

· Recommend and provide training in adaptive equipment, assistive technology, compensatory strategies, and task modifications to reduce functional barriers and support individuals’ ability to participate as independently as possible in home, community, educational, and vocational environments.

· Educate individuals and caregivers regarding accessibility strategies, energy conservation, symptom management, home programs, and techniques to promote sustained functional independence.

· Provide specialized lymphedema management, including Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT), manual lymph drainage, compression bandaging, garment fitting, and patient education.

· Implement therapeutic exercise, neuromuscular re-education, and task-specific interventions based on individual functional needs and measurable goals.

· Monitor progress, evaluate outcomes, and modify intervention plans based on changes in functional status and individual needs.

· Maintain thorough and accurate documentation, including evaluations, treatment notes, progress reports, and discharge summaries, in accordance with professional and clinical standards.

· Collaborate effectively with physicians, physical therapists, nurses, social service professionals, caregivers, and other interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive services and address barriers affecting an individual’s ability to function and participate fully.

· Connect individuals with national and local community resources that support disability-related needs, employment and job development, social participation, financial assistance, and personal and developmental goals.

· Promote a person-centered approach by considering physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and environmental factors when evaluating functional needs and developing solutions.

• Provided field-based and counseling referral support to the Growth and Nutrition Department as a Research Assistant for the TOPS Project, working directly with families in community and home-based settings.
• Conducted in-home visits to collect information, assess family needs, provide support, and connect individuals with appropriate resources and services.
• Collected, organized, and assisted with the analysis of research data used in nationally recognized public health publications and professional journals.
• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, confidentiality, accurate information management, and the ability to translate complex information into meaningful data and outcomes.
• Supported health education initiatives by researching, developing, and preparing educational resources and materials aligned with established curricula.
• Helped make health information accessible and understandable to diverse populations and supported individuals and families in applying information to their personal circumstances.
• Provided outreach and referral assistance to families experiencing resource needs by identifying appropriate community organizations and connecting individuals with relevant social, health, financial, and support services.
• Assisted families in navigating available resources and served as a liaison between individuals, community organizations, and healthcare providers.
• Provided clinical and community-based support to the Pediatric Department and patients as a Research Assistant and liaison for Children’s HealthWatch.
• Worked directly with families and healthcare professionals to support research, patient needs, and community-based initiatives.
• Administered sensitive questionnaires in a high-volume clinical setting to women seeking pediatric care, demonstrating professionalism, cultural awareness, confidentiality, and effective communication when working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.
• Coordinated and provided community-based support to families throughout the greater Baltimore area, helping identify needs, facilitate referrals, and connect individuals with appropriate services and resources.
• Developed strong skills in relationship building, active listening, problem-solving, and resource navigation.
• Advocated for minority, maternal, and child health and worked to increase awareness of health disparities at local and state levels.
• Participated in nationally and locally recognized conferences, educational seminars, and professional initiatives focused on public health, health equity, research, and emerging community needs.
• Supported advocacy and educational efforts by assisting with conferences and professional events addressing minority health, maternal and child health, health disparities, and access to services.
• Maintained awareness of current public health trends and issues through participation in university medical center seminars, national conferences, and continuing education opportunities.