Leah Herndon
Hartsville,SC
Summary
Caring COTA with extensive experience working with geriatric populations to promote health and functionality. Compassionate with gentle demeanor and well-developed communication skills to support patients' progress. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills to create adaptations for patient activities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
COTA
CenterWell Home Health
Florence, SC
03.2022 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, enhancing mobility and daily living activities.
- Developed individualized treatment plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on best practices and patient care techniques.
- Implemented occupational therapy interventions to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers for coordinated care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress and treatment effectiveness in electronic records.
- Monitored patients' performance in therapy activities by providing instruction and encouragement.
- Implemented activities of daily living skills to maximize patients' functions and restore independence.
- Used Software to maintain accurate documentation of patient progress toward goals.
- Promoted independence in daily living activities by teaching adaptive techniques and effective use of assistive devices.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Broad River Rehab
Hartsville, SC
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
Occupational Therapy Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
Hartsville, South Carolina (SC)
10.2015 - 08.2021
- Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
Traveling Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapy Management Corporation
Gainesville, FL
10.2014 - 09.2015
- Provided education and instruction to patients and families.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living by suggesting adaptions to activities.
- Implemented patient treatment plans as established by licensed occupational therapists in support of patient goals.
- Instructed patients and families on skills, techniques and exercises for at-home rehabilitation.
CNA
nursing homes and also home health
Titusville, FL
07.2006 - 10.2014
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
Education
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Keiser University
Fort Lauderdale, FL12.2013
Skills
- Patient Care Standards
- Patient Rehabilitation
- Clinical Team Collaboration
- Documentation Abilities
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Patient Positioning Understanding
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- PPE Use
- Organizational Skills
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Work Ethic
- People Skills
- Customer Service
Education and Training
other
Timeline
COTA
CenterWell Home Health
03.2022 - Current
Occupational Therapy Assistant
Broad River Rehab
08.2021 - 12.2021
Occupational Therapy Assistant
HealthPRO Heritage
10.2015 - 08.2021
Traveling Occupational Therapy Assistant
Therapy Management Corporation
10.2014 - 09.2015
CNA
nursing homes and also home health
07.2006 - 10.2014
Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistance
Keiser University