Kristen Byler
Jeromesville ,OH
Summary
I am dedicated to patient-centered care and I am passionate about continuing to learn all I can about diagnoses and disease process to better serve my patients and see them succeed in their rehab and recovery. I am very conscientious about arriving to work early to prepare for my day to be prepared with the best treatments possible for my patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA-L
Kingston of Ashland
Ashland, OH
08.2024 - Current
- Provided individualized interventions to promote functional independence and optimize the quality of life.
- Facilitated therapeutic activities such as exercises and sensory integration techniques.
- Designed home exercise programs based on each patient's specific needs.
- Collaborated with other members of the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care plans.
- Instructed patients in the use of adaptive equipment.
- Promoted self-care skills by providing education on proper body mechanics and strategies for energy conservation.
- Monitored progress over time and made appropriate modifications to treatment plans accordingly.
- Conducted home visits to assess living environment for potential hazards or barriers to independent functioning.
- Participated in case conferences and staffings with other healthcare professionals to discuss patient progress and plan for future treatments.
- Incorporated family involvement into treatment plans when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of all services provided including progress notes, daily logs, evaluation forms.
- Attended continuing education courses related to occupational therapy practices and procedures.
- Provided instruction in compensatory strategies designed to improve performance in daily living tasks.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
Cleaning Technician
Coburn Inc.
Hayesville, Ohio
05.2019 - Current
- Safe and efficient operation of various hand tools, cleaning chemicals and scissor lift
- Collaborated with all departments to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations in order to pass audits and inspections
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment
- Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
- Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in neat and orderly condition
Level II Fieldwork OTA Student
Ohio Health Grant Hospital
Columbus, OH
03.2019 - 05.2019
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately
- Broadened my knowledge base for joint replacements by working in the Bone and Joint center by attending classes for patients who were preparing for joint replacement surgeries
- Spent a day in the OR observing various shoulder replacement procedures while speaking with the Dr. performing the procedures to gain a better understanding of precautions, aftercare and treatment implementation for best recovery
- Provided education and treatment to patients recovering from joint replacements
- Provided education and treatment to patients of various ages and backgrounds while working on the general medicine and trauma floors
- Became proficient with the EPIC documentation system
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Brethren Care Village
Ashland, OH
02.2012 - 05.2017
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport
- Secured patient information and maintained patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding all medical records
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
North Central State College
Mansfield, OH4 2019
Therapeutic Massgae
Blanchard Valley Academy of Massage Therapy
Findlay, Ohio10-2024
Integrative Behavioral Health
Evidence in Motion
08-2023
High School Diploma -
Edison South High School
Richmond, OHSkills
- Therapeutic techniques understanding
- Clinical instructor for multiple students
- Analytical thinking
- Team collaboration
- Patient-focused care
- High level of autonomy
- Strong clinical judgment
- Arriving early to work to prepare daily case load
Timeline
COTA-L
Kingston of Ashland
08.2024 - Current
Cleaning Technician
Coburn Inc.
05.2019 - Current
Level II Fieldwork OTA Student
Ohio Health Grant Hospital
03.2019 - 05.2019
State Tested Nursing Assistant
Brethren Care Village
02.2012 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant
North Central State College
Therapeutic Massgae
Blanchard Valley Academy of Massage Therapy
Integrative Behavioral Health
Evidence in Motion
High School Diploma -
Edison South High School
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