Sarah Ziegler
Apple Valley,MN
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with fifteen years of expertise in caring for those with Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. Skilled in conducting cognitive and functional assessments, developing person centered care plans, and providing education and support. Strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Emerald Crest
08.2008 - 08.2023
- Performed cognitive and behavioral evaluations and assessments via the following tools: Large Allen Cognitive Level Screen (LACLS), Cognitive Performance Test (CPT), Mini Mental State Evaluation (MMSE), Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS), Short Blessed Test (SBT), St. Louis University Mental Status (SLUMS), Routine Task Inventory (RTI), and Cohen-Mansfield Agitation Inventory
- Developed individualized, person-centered care plans.
- Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.
- Provided education to direct-care staff and families to promote understanding of cognition, function, and behavior to provide effective care approaches/strategies
- Enhanced overall quality of life for patients with Alzheimer's and related dementias by addressing physical, cognitive, psychosocial, and sensory impairments.
- Adapted environments to promote safety, reduce anxiety, and enhance comfort
- Developed, implemented, trained, and monitored specialized activity programming
- Collaborated on development of multisensory environment
- Mentored occupational therapy students during clinical rotations, fostering professional growth and development.
Occupational Therapist
Minnesota Masonic Home
01.2009 - 09.2019
- Conducted thorough evaluations to assess patient needs, functional limitations, and potential for improvement.
- Provided education to patients and families on coping strategies, adaptive equipment, and safety modifications.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Promoted independence in activities of daily living through task analysis, environmental adaptations, and compensatory techniques.
Education
Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy
St. Catherine University
Saint Paul, MN06.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN05.2004
Skills
- Staff Education and Training
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Family and Patient Education
- Therapeutic use of self
- Empathy and Compassion
- Interpersonal Communication
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Highly organized
Certification
MN licensed Occupational Therapist
National Board Certification for Occupational Therapy
EssentiALZ Alzheimer's Association Training and Certification
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Minnesota Masonic Home
01.2009 - 09.2019
Occupational Therapist
Emerald Crest
08.2008 - 08.2023
Master of Arts - Occupational Therapy
St. Catherine University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
St. Olaf College
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