Michelle Murphy
Hanover,MA
Summary
Licensed Occupational Therapist with Level II fieldwork experience in inpatient acute psychiatry and outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation. Experienced in occupational therapy evaluation and assessment, ADL-focused intervention, functional assessment, cognitive screening, therapeutic groups, adaptive equipment, mobility assessment, individualized goal development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Brings approximately three years of CNA experience in rehabilitation and long-term care settings and hospice/home health experience, providing a strong foundation in direct patient care, safety, dignity, and functional independence.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Hospice Care Aide
Autumn Hospice
Norwell, Massachusetts
07.2024 - Current
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care to patients, facilitating emotional support for families in home and facility settings.
- Supported personal care and daily activities, ensuring comfort, dignity, and respect for each individual.
- Assisted with bathing, dressing, grooming, and daily personal hygiene tasks.
- Monitored vital signs and reported comfort changes to nursing staff.
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student
Corrigan Mental Health Center
Fall River, Massachusetts
03.2026 - 06.2026
- Completed occupational profile reviews, chart audits, interviews, and functional assessments to identify occupational performance barriers and treatment needs.
- Created individualized treatment goals for ADLs, daily routines, coping skills, cognition, social participation, and community reintegration.
- Planned and led occupation-based therapeutic groups focused on coping skills, sensory regulation, life skills, routines, cooking, visualization, and goal development.
- Adjusted interventions based on cognitive, emotional, and functional presentation.
- Worked with nursing, social work, psychiatry, and other interdisciplinary team members on patient needs and discharge planning.
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student
Providence VA Medical Center
Providence, Rhode Island
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Conducted occupational therapy evaluations and treatments with a diverse Veteran population presenting with orthopedic and functional
deficits. - Addressed post-operative shoulder, hand, and elbow conditions, including tendon and nerve injuries, through individualized rehabilitation
interventions. - Assessed wheeled and power mobility needs and appropriateness for supporting safe and functional mobility.
- Recommended adaptive and durable medical equipment to enhance functional independence and ensure safety.
- Utilized BTE and BITS-based activities to improve functional performance and support rehabilitation goals.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center of the South Shore
Scituate, Massachusetts
01.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided direct care to rehabilitation and long-term care residents, including assistance with ADLs, transfers, mobility, dressing, toileting,
grooming, and other functional needs. - Supported patient safety, dignity, autonomy, and independence during daily care activities, fostering a respectful and empowering environment.
- Relayed changes in functional status and patient needs to nursing and interdisciplinary team members, ensuring timely and effective care adjustments.
Education
Masters of Occupational Therapy -
Worcester State University
Worcester, MA05-2026
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Bridgewater State University
Bridgewater, MA05-2020
Skills
- ADL assistance
- Direct patient care
- Inpatient care
- Mobility assessment
- Wheelchair assessment
- Assistive devices
- Occupational therapy evaluation
- Treatment planning
- Discharge planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Therapeutic groups
- Clinical documentation
- Mental health interventions
- Assistive technology
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Memory care
- Patient relationship building
Certification
- Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTR/L)
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- CPR and First Aid
- MoCA
Timeline
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student
Corrigan Mental Health Center
03.2026 - 06.2026
Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Student
Providence VA Medical Center
01.2026 - 03.2026
Hospice Care Aide
Autumn Hospice
07.2024 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Life Care Center of the South Shore
01.2023 - 07.2024
Masters of Occupational Therapy -
Worcester State University
Bachelor of Science - Public Health
Bridgewater State University