Lorena Buswell
Watertown,WI
Summary
Experienced Occupational Therapist with over seven years in evaluating and treating patients with neurological and orthopedic conditions. Developed tailored treatment plans to improve activities of daily living and supervised therapy assistants while leading quality initiatives in fracture and amputee care. Fostered effective communication on patient progress and needs to achieve optimal care outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Occupational Therapist
AMN Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
- Analyzed patient functional abilities, then established individualized occupational therapy plans.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions to improve daily living skills and mobility
- Documented treatment progress in electronic medical records with accuracy and compliance
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and discharge planning
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with facility standards.
Occupational Therapist, PRN
Memorial Hermann
06.2024 - 03.2026
- Evaluated patient functional status and developed individualized occupational therapy treatment plans.
- Monitored treatment responses and adjusted interventions to support consistent functional gains.
- Supervised therapy activities and ensured interventions followed established clinical protocols.
- Maintained compliance with departmental documentation standards, infection control practices, and patient privacy requirements.
Occupational Therapist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2021 - 03.2024
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Maintained treatment schedules while adapting quickly to changing patient needs
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Communicated findings clearly to physicians, nurses, and case management staff
Occupational Therapist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Monitored patient responses and adjusted interventions to support goal attainment
- Instructed patients and caregivers on adaptive equipment and home exercise programs
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient care and optimal results.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices in occupational therapy.
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Mount Mary University
Milwaukee, WI12-2018
Skills
- Occupational therapy
- Clinical reasoning
- Evidence-based practice
- Stroke, TBI & SCI Rehabilitation
- Neurological rehabilitation
- Amputation & Prosthetic Training
- Prosthetic training
- Cognitive impairment
- Self-care training
- Mobility training
- Wheelchair positioning
- Prefabricated Splint/Orthotic Selection & Fitting
- Orthotic fitting
- Fall prevention
Certification
Occupational Therapist - Active licensure in Wisconsin, Texas, and Arizona
NBCOT Certification - Active
Basic Life Support (BLS) - Active
Certified Neuro Specialist (CNS)
PWR!MOVES - specialized training for Parkinson's Disease
Functional Movement Training (FMT) - Kinesio taping
Timeline
Travel Occupational Therapist
AMN Healthcare
09.2024 - Current
Occupational Therapist, PRN
Memorial Hermann
06.2024 - 03.2026
Occupational Therapist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2021 - 03.2024
Occupational Therapist
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
04.2019 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
Mount Mary University
Personal Information
Title: OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST
Section name
- Lorena “Lori” Buswell, MS, OTR/L
- Phone: (619) 339-5963 | Email: buswell.lorena@gmail.com