NICHOLAS PRESLEY
Tallahassee,United States
Summary
Licensed Occupational Therapy Assistant with 12 years of experience in diverse healthcare environments, including 3 years at a Skilled Nursing Facility and 8 years in a Psychiatric Hospital. Proven track record in treating a wide range of diagnoses such as CVA, COPD, and Parkinson’s disease. Demonstrates strong client coordination, effective communication with multidisciplinary teams, and exceptional self-motivation to achieve high-performance outcomes. Committed to delivering quality care and improving patient well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Seven Hills Rehab
Tallahassee, FL
03.2022 - 05.2025
- Treat patients by using therapeutic and self-care activities designed to improve function under the direction of the occupational therapist (OTR).
- Monitor a patient’s activities to make sure they are performing them correctly, and to offer encouragement.
- Contribute to meetings and case conferences to ensure coordinated and comprehensive care plans for patients.
- Document the patient’s weekly progress in the appropriate records.
- Instruct patients, their families, and any other caregivers in the skills and techniques of the patient’s treatment program, under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
- Promoted maximum independence by selecting and constructing therapies according to an individual's physical capacity and interests.
- Implemented modalities, including ultrasound, or hot and cold packs, under the direction of a therapist.
- Helped patients learn to perform basic tasks such as eating, grooming, and dressing.
- Taught patients to care for and use adaptive equipment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Case Manager/Counselor
Apalachee Center Inc
Tallahassee, FL
08.2014 - 03.2025
- Reviewed treatment plans against individual goals and healthcare standards
- Collaborated with different disciplines to provide cohesive care to patients
- Documented plans, findings and results and submitted to employers and insurance carriers
- Assisted patients with receiving high-quality and appropriate care by connecting them to local community resources that would assist them with their needs
- Assisted clients who suffered from multiple mental health issues including Schizophrenia, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, and Multiple Personality disorder
- Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure their vital signs, weight and height
- Charted resident responses, progress to approaches used and reported abnormal signs and symptoms to medical care professionals on staff
- Developed and implemented successful patient care plans
- Assisted individuals with eligibility for available benefits.
Caregiver
St Augustine Plantation
Tallahassee, FL
04.2012 - 12.2013
- Assisted elderly clients with Dementia by helping with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and exercise
- Assisted Daily Tasks: Prepared meals, housekeeping, laundry, and other errands
- Mobility assistance: Helped clients with getting in and out of a wheelchair, car and shower
- Personal supervision: Provided constant companionship and maintained general supervision by monitoring client’s whereabouts throughout shift
- Transportation: Driving to and from activities, running errands, and help transferring clients in and out of wheelchair-accessible vehicles
- Emotional support: being a stable companion and supporter in all matters personal, health-related and emotional
- Care for the elderly: Orienting or grounding patients with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, relaying information from a doctor to family members
- Home organization: Helped with organizing, packing and cleaning
- Also helped with general house care and cleaning
Education
Associates of Science - Occupational Therapy
Keiser University
Tallahassee, FL, United States01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Tallahassee, FL, United States01.2014
Associate of Arts - Health Science
Tallahassee Community College
Tallahassee, FL, United States01.2011
Skills
- Stress management
- Crisis intervention
- Positive attitude
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation and reporting skills
- Functional mobility
- Balance training
- Wheelchair management
- Client education
- Adaptive equipment
- Fine motor skills
- Mental health support
- Range of motion
- Geriatric therapy
References
- Donna, Crawford, OT Keiser University, 850-933-8636
- Richard, Lightsey, OT, 850-212-4036
- Monique Oliver 850-980-3385
Hobbies and Interests
Overall Health, Nutrition, Exercise, Fishing
Community Service
Conducted volunteer training programs in Occupational Therapy for Geriatrics., Volunteered at Local Church to help feed homeless
Timeline
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
Seven Hills Rehab
03.2022 - 05.2025
Case Manager/Counselor
Apalachee Center Inc
08.2014 - 03.2025
Caregiver
St Augustine Plantation
04.2012 - 12.2013
Associates of Science - Occupational Therapy
Keiser University
Bachelor of Science - Health Science
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University
Associate of Arts - Health Science
Tallahassee Community College