Laura Stroud
High Point,NC
Summary
Reliable Physical Therapist Assistant offering 10+ years of experience working in patient-focused setting in an acute care hospital. Exceptional experience working with geriatric and orthopedic/post surgical population and frequently sought after by interdisciplinary team to assist with patient management during challenging mobility and social situations. My practice is heavily focused on communication with the patient, families, and the team as a whole.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physical Therapist Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
Winston Salem , NC
2014.02 - Current
- I utilize my expertise as a physical therapist assistant to support the needs of orthopedic, med surg, and neuro patients within the acute care setting - adult and geriatric population primarily. Maintain accurate documentation of patient progress notes and treatment plans. Instruct patients on how to use assistive devices such as walkers, slide boards, wheelchairs, canes - etc. Observe and report patient reaction to treatment or changes in condition, facilitating appropriate follow-up. Observe patients closely for any changes in symptoms or behavior that may require further evaluation or intervention by the Physical Therapist.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses and social workers to coordinate care for each patient.
- Provide emotional support to help motivate a patient throughout his and her rehabilitation process.
- I am an APTA credentialed clinical instructor and have taken >5 students during my career.
- I have served on multiple teams and committees to assist with organization, process improvements, training/orientation of new staff.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Guilford Technical Community College
Jamestown, NC2013-12
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise And Sport Science
UNC Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC2011-05
Skills
- Treatment Implementation
- Patient Education
- Customer Service
- Patient Care
- Orthopedic Rehabilitation
- Pain Management Techniques
- Communication
- Empathy and Encouragement
- Balance Training
- Teaching how PT relates to Daily Living
Certification
- Licensed as a PTA in NC since 2014
- APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor
Affiliations
- I love to craft - I used my love of crafting to make / sell over 350 "Be Kind" T-shirts and donated over $2,500 from sales of those shirts to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
- I am nearly always reading a book (on my Kindle)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Physical Therapist Assistant
Novant Health, Forsyth Medical Center
2014.02 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Physical Therapist Assistant
Guilford Technical Community College
Bachelor of Arts - Exercise And Sport Science
UNC Chapel Hill
- Licensed as a PTA in NC since 2014
- APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor
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