Kiara Jones
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Licensed Occupational Therapist with 6 years of experience in acute care, transitional care unit, and inpatient rehabilitation settings. Successfully transitioned from a certified occupational therapy assistant to an occupational therapist. Skilled in patient assignment, scheduling management, and training of new employees and graduates. Proficient in delivering in-service training on policy changes. Demonstrates strong communication and conflict resolution abilities. Actively contributes to team meetings and interdisciplinary collaborations, fostering a collaborative environment focused on achieving patient, staff, and healthcare center objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
PRN Occupational Therapist
Reunion Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and monitoring progress.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
Occupational Therapist Acute Care
UF Health Shands Hospital
11.2021 - Current
- Scheduling practitioners schedule and assisting with delegating tasks
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
- Streamlining patient assessments and continuing care strategies in team-oriented environment of open communication and mutual respect.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Presented training seminars for staff members regarding policies (AM-PAC), equipment and other subject matter
- Utilize analytic and quantitative skills to develop satisfaction and success measurement tactics and standards.
- Developed and implemented social media and giving program.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Evaluated and treated wide range of conditions, including Trauma, chronic and acute pain, strokes, orthopedic injuries, dislocations, arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, stroke and neuropathies.
- Educated patients and family members regarding diagnosis, injury prevention and therapeutic treatments.
Occupational Therapy Student
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Consistently exhibited courtesy, compassion and respect to patients, families, caregivers, visitors, physicians, administrators and co-workers.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clinical supervisors throughout fieldwork placements, receiving constructive feedback that led to increased competence as an emerging practitioner.
- Utilized a client-centered approach when working with patients, ensuring their values and priorities were integrated into the therapeutic process.
- Collaborated closely with other healthcare providers.
- Demonstrated clear written and oral communications skills when working with health care professionals, patients and caregivers.
Occupational Therapist Assistant
St Joseph’s Hospital
04.2018 - 01.2021
- Addressed any concerns or questions from both patients and family members, demonstrating a strong commitment to compassionate care provision.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized treatment plans and conducting therapeutic exercises.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient goals, challenges, and achievements, fostering a collaborative approach to care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documented progress, supporting the delivery of effective therapy services.
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Innovative Rehab Solutions
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Diligently observed patient safety, risk management and infection control policies and procedures at all times.
- Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
- Built rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication for optimal therapy outcomes.
- Helped improve fine motor, visual perception and sensory processing skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing individualized treatment plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.
Education
Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
St Augustine, Florida12.2022
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
St Augustine, Florida08.2021
Associate of Occupational Therapy -
Keiser University
Jacksonville, Florida08.2017
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Exercise Science
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, Georgia05.2015
Skills
- Operations management
- Performance tracking and evaluation
- Decisive leader
- Team building
- Natural leader
- Adaptable
- Conflict resolution
- Leadership mentoring
- Program development
- Experienced in Meditech, EPIC, WellSky documentation
- Skilled in patient relations
- Focused on consistent, quality care
- Rules and regulations
Certification
· CPR/Basic First Aid
· Blood Borne Pathogens
· National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
· Georgia Occupational Therapy License: OT008264
· Florida Occupational Therapy License: OT22420
Timeline
PRN Occupational Therapist
Reunion Rehabilitation
01.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist Acute Care
UF Health Shands Hospital
11.2021 - Current
Occupational Therapy Student
Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2021 - 07.2021
Occupational Therapist Assistant
St Joseph’s Hospital
04.2018 - 01.2021
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Innovative Rehab Solutions
11.2017 - 04.2018
Post-Professional Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Master of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
University of St. Augustine For Health Sciences
Associate of Occupational Therapy -
Keiser University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Exercise Science
Georgia Southern University