Laura Caramore
Fairfield
Summary
Occupational Therapist with 25 years of home health experience, specializing in clinical assessment and therapeutic interventions. Expertise in developing customized care plans that improve patient safety and functionality while maintaining precise documentation. Proficient in electronic charting and healthcare team collaboration, ensuring effective treatment planning and progress tracking. Recognized for strong communication skills and a commitment to enhancing patient outcomes through empathy and problem-solving.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Waveny LifeCare Network
Wilton
04.2021 - Current
- Developed customized care plans to enhance patient safety and functionality in home settings.
- Delivered therapy sessions to improve patient mobility and overall functionality.
- Educated patients and families on therapeutic exercises and proper equipment usage.
- Documented patient progress, adjusting treatment plans to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Communicated care plans and progress updates to medical teams, prioritizing safety and efficacy.
- Provided comprehensive documentation to support timely reimbursement processes.
- Maintained balance between patient needs and fiscal constraints for cost-effective care delivery.
- Promoted patient safety and independence through meticulous in-home care practices.
Occupational Therapist
Jewish Senior Services
Bridgeport
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Delivered comprehensive home health occupational therapy care, facilitating effective communication with providers, care teams, and families while ensuring timely documentation for reimbursement.
Coordinator of Private Duty Home Care
Jewish Senior Services
Bridgeport
02.2019 - 08.2019
- Oversaw non-medical home care department of 90 HHAs, three schedulers, and two RNs.
- Supervised HHAs during HHA supervisor's 12-week medical leave to maintain operational continuity.
- Managed HHA coverage for 2,600 private duty hours, 120 Medicare hours, and 100 hospice hours weekly.
- Conducted Long Term Care Assessments and developed Care Plans for clients.
- Addressed customer service concerns while managing daily operations of Non-Medical Home Care division.
- Handled all HHA issues and concerns to ensure smooth workflow within the department.
- Interviewed and trained new HHAs and CNAs to enhance workforce capabilities.
Occupational Therapist
Jewish Senior Services
Bridgeport
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Provided direct occupational therapy evaluation, assessment, and ongoing care for geriatric and adult patients with a variety of diagnoses.
Occupational Therapist
Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut
Bridgeport
11.2015 - 06.2018
- Delivered direct Occupational Therapy care to geriatric and adult patients with diverse diagnoses, including orthopedic, cardiac, neurologic needs, and lymphedema therapy.
- Submitted all necessary paperwork accurately and on time.
- Conducted approximately 15 to 25 patient visits weekly alongside 10 private practice visits.
- Supervised Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to ensure quality patient care.
Rehab Team Lead
Gentiva Home Health Services
Stratford
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Oversaw and analyzed rehab team metrics to drive performance improvement.
- Delivered targeted training based on episode and caregiver analytics.
- Conducted interviews and onboarded new rehab staff efficiently.
- Developed scheduling procedures for large territory, balancing RPTs, PTAs, OTs, COTAs, and re-assessments.
- Managed direct Occupational Therapy care and supervised case management of COTA.
- Contributed actively as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
Occupational Therapist
Visiting Nurse Services of CT
Bridgeport
06.2002 - 11.2014
- Delivered direct Occupational Therapy care to geriatric and adult patients with orthopedic, cardiac, and neurologic diagnoses.
- Conducted lymphedema evaluations and therapy as indicated for appropriate cases.
- Ensured timely submission of all required documentation for patient care.
- Completed 15 to 25 patient visits weekly along with 10 private practice sessions.
- Supervised Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) to maintain quality standards.
Occupational Therapist
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
White Plains
06.1999 - 07.2001
- Oversaw treatment for various acute psychiatric disorders, including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia.
- Managed unit programming and ensured quality of care delivery.
- Educated Level 1 and 2 occupational therapy students through fieldwork supervision.
Education
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Hamden, CT01-1999
Bachelor of Science - Management, Organizational Behavior And Culture
Fairfield University
Fairfield, Connecticut, CT05-1991
Skills
- Providing evaluation, assessment and direct care to geriatric and adult population with a variety of complex medical diagnoses
- excellent clinical assessment skills to for appropriate utilization to maximize pt functional gains while maintaining fiscal responsibility to agency and adhering to appropriate home health regualtions
- Timely documentation and communication with all members of medical and care team as well as family
- Specializing in the assessment and treatment of lymphedema and associated conditions within the home health environment including manual lymph drainage, complex decongestive physiotherapy and education
- Supervision and training of home health aides and family members as appropriate
- mentorship for less experienced home health clinicians
- Effectively manage large territory and large caseload
Certification
Trained in the treatment of lymphedema through the Chikly Health Institute and LANA board certified in 2005
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Waveny LifeCare Network
04.2021 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Jewish Senior Services
08.2019 - 04.2021
Coordinator of Private Duty Home Care
Jewish Senior Services
02.2019 - 08.2019
Occupational Therapist
Jewish Senior Services
02.2017 - 02.2019
Occupational Therapist
Visiting Nurse Services of Connecticut
11.2015 - 06.2018
Rehab Team Lead
Gentiva Home Health Services
11.2014 - 11.2015
Occupational Therapist
Visiting Nurse Services of CT
06.2002 - 11.2014
Occupational Therapist
New York Presbyterian Cornell - Weill Center
06.1999 - 07.2001
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma - Occupational Therapy
Quinnipiac University
Bachelor of Science - Management, Organizational Behavior And Culture
Fairfield University