Nicole Nash
Department of Veteran Affairs
Slidell
6
years of professional experience
Dedicated Occupational Therapist skilled in patient evaluations, electronic documentation, and providing acute and rehabilitative care. Specializes in facilitating timely consults, strategic discharge planning, and implementing patient-centered treatment across neuro, orthopedic, and mental health settings.
Work History
Occupational Therapist
3 Years 10 Months- Completion of OT consults in a timely manner
- Provided detailed discharge recommendations for patients to ensure smooth transitions.
- Established and facilitated mental skills groups for veterans with PTSD, depression, and anxiety to enhance coping strategies
- Attended interdisciplinary meetings to collaborate on patient care strategies
- Gained experience with diverse diagnoses including neuro, ortho, and mental health conditions
Occupational Therapist
1 Year 1 Month- Evaluated veterans' functional abilities using standardized occupational therapy assessments.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to improve daily living skills and mobility.
- Designed therapeutic activities to improve physical strength, coordination, balance, posture, sensory integration skills.
- Supported family members by providing education about the condition of the patient and available resources.
Occupational Therapist
7 Months- Documented occupational health visits in medical records for Ochsner Medical Center.
- Assessed employee needs and provided appropriate educational materials on health promotion topics.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employees' medical histories, illnesses, treatments and vaccinations.
- Assessed outpatient neuro staff for work-related injuries and illness.
Occupational Therapist
7 Months- Evaluated patients to assess physical, cognitive, emotional, and psychosocial functioning, informing tailored treatment plans.
- Monitored patient progression to adjust treatment strategies and optimize recovery outcomes.
- Delivered individualized patient treatments
- Instructed patients and families on discharge procedures to ensure smooth transitions and continued care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy
Skills
Patient assessments
Therapy assessment
Acute care
Mental health groups
Patient education
Team collaboration
Electronic records
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Department of Veteran Affairs
11.2022 - 09.2026Read More
Occupational Therapist
Ochsner Medical Center Outpatient Neuro
06.2021 - 01.2022Read More
Occupational Therapist
Northshore Rehab Hospital
03.2021 - 10.2021Read More
Occupational Therapist
PT Solutions
01.2021 - 02.2022Read More
Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center
Bachelor of Science from Occupational Therapy
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