Nicole Garcia, MS, OTR/L
Hoboken
Summary
Occupational therapist with experience providing therapeutic services to both pediatric and geriatric populations in school and clinical settings. Proficient at developing individualized treatment plans, enhancing functional abilities, and promoting independence throughout the lifespan and committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment that encourages optimal growth and rehabilitation.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
New York City Department Of Education
01.2025 - Current
- Facilitates improved handwriting skills for students through targeted interventions and adaptive equipment recommendations
- Increase children's participation in daily activities by addressing sensory processing challenges through tailored sensory integration strategies
- Improved children''s fine motor skills by implementing individualized therapy plans and utilizing evidence-based interventions
- Educate family and staff members of sensory based strategies for improved independence in the classroom and at home
Occupational Therapist
Tender Touch Rehabilitation Services
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Evaluated and treated geriatric patients with various neurological and physical impairments
- Administered patient appropriate assessments including the Barthel Index, Berg Balance Scale, and the BIMs
- Developed and implemented intervention plans focused on safe ADL participation and mobility
- Educated caregivers and patients regarding diagnosis, injury prevention, use of adaptive equipment and therapeutic treatments for safe discharge home
- Managed a high volume caseload of 11 patients per day
Occupational Therapist
Family of Kidz
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Designed and implemented sensory integrative techniques for EI and CPSE treatment sessions
- Evaluated and treated infant and pre-school aged children with developmental disabilities
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary rehabilitation team and family members
Education
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
The State University of New York At Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
SUNY College At Cortland
Cortland, NY05-2020
Skills
- Family and patient education
- Interpersonal skills
- Clinical reasoning
- Treatment planning
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Reporting and documentation
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
New York City Department Of Education
01.2025 - Current
Occupational Therapist
Family of Kidz
11.2023 - 05.2024
Occupational Therapist
Tender Touch Rehabilitation Services
08.2023 - 12.2024
Master of Science - Occupational Therapy
The State University of New York At Stony Brook
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
SUNY College At Cortland
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