THAO NGUYEN
LAS VEGAS
Summary
Dedicated Occupational Therapist with experience in acute care and outpatient hand therapy. Skilled in evaluating and treating medically complex patients, developing evidence-based treatment plans, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, patient-centered care. Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hand Therapist (Part-time)
DIGNITY HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY
LAS VEGAS
10.2025 - Current
- Evaluated and treated patients with a variety of upper extremity conditions, including but not limited to carpal tunnel syndrome, distal radius fractures, trigger finger, rotator cuff injuries, and tenosynovitis.
- Developed and implemented individualized treatment plans to improve function and maximize independence in daily activities.
- Collaborated with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to provide coordinated, patient-centered care.
- Educated patients on diagnosis, home exercise programs, and self-management strategies to support safe discharge and optimal functional outcomes.
Acute Care Occupational Therapist (Full-Time)
CENTENNIAL HILLS HOSPITAL
LAS VEGAS
10.2024 - Current
- Developed individualized treatment plans after conducting comprehensive evaluations for acute care patients.
- Utilized evidence-based interventions to treat patients with neurological, orthopedic, cardiac, oncology, pulmonary, trauma, and medical conditions.
- Enhanced independence in activities of daily living, functional mobility, cognition, and discharge readiness through skilled occupational therapy.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care delivery.
- Managed a high-volume caseload while ensuring accurate documentation and maintaining quality patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on safety measures, adaptive techniques, durable medical equipment, and discharge processes.
Acute care (Level II FW)
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
HOUSTON
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Specialized in post orthopedic, and spine surgeries, cancers, and cardiac conditions
- Managed patient caseload during 8-hour shifts efficiently a full case load of patients in 8-hour shift at the end of the FW
- Documented patient information promptly in EPIC, supporting accurate records and continuity of care
Lead Vascular Technologist
Houston Methodist Hospital
Houston
09.2013 - 05.2020
- Performed non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations in the Emergency Department, ICU, inpatient, and outpatient settings.
- Coordinated workflow, improved quality, trained staff, and maintained high standards of patient care in the role of Lead Technologist.
- Developed strong communication, leadership, critical thinking, and organizational skills while working in a high-acuity academic medical center.
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
TOURO UNIVERSITY NEVADA
HENDERSON, NV01-2024
Bachelor's Degree - Health Science of Vascular Sonography
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL01-2013
Skills
- Therapeutic modalities
- Rehabilitation techniques
- Patient assessments
- Treatment planning
- Manual therapy techniques
- CERNER and EPIC charting
- Ostomy care in training
- Bilingual (Vietnamese and English)
Certification
- Occupational Therapist Registered
- Nevada State License | Since August 2024
- Montreal Cognitive Assessment Certificate | Since 2022
- Mental Health First Aide Certified | Since March 2022
- Basic Life Support Certified
- Currently applying Texas State License
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
- SUMMERLIN HOSPITAL, LAS VEGAS, NV, 2024-05, 2024-07, Assist therapists and nurses in ensuring all therapy equipment is clean and well-maintained for safe use in the outpatient cardiac rehab clinic
- VALLEY HEALTH SPECIALTY HOSPITAL, LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-11, 2024-02, Assist therapists with various activities in the therapy gym as permitted in the inpatient rehabilitation setting
- HENDERSON HOSPITAL, LAS VEGAS, NV, 2023-07, 2024-01, Promptly responding to patient call lights to address immediate needs and concerns to the nurses and CNAs within approved guidelines
Affiliations
- American Occupational Therapy Association | Since 2021
- Nevada Occupational Therapy Association | Since 2022
- Pi Theta Epsilon Occupational Therapy Honor Society
Timeline
Hand Therapist (Part-time)
DIGNITY HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY
10.2025 - Current
Acute Care Occupational Therapist (Full-Time)
CENTENNIAL HILLS HOSPITAL
10.2024 - Current
Acute care (Level II FW)
HOUSTON METHODIST HOSPITAL
11.2022 - 02.2023
Lead Vascular Technologist
Houston Methodist Hospital
09.2013 - 05.2020
Doctor of Occupational Therapy -
TOURO UNIVERSITY NEVADA
Bachelor's Degree - Health Science of Vascular Sonography
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY