Yvonne S. Nesbitt

• Develop and manage individualized patient care
• Establish compassionate and caring relationships with patients
• Consult with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals
• Perform assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals
• Customize standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs
• Determine best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work and home life
• Recommend equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness
• Ensure safety and well-being of patients
• Proficient in evaluations/screenings and discharge assessments

• Successfully performed duties as a Licenced OTR per diem in nursing home setting
• Performed evaluations, screenings, direct patient care, patient/caregiver education, staff education, and discharge assessments
• Provided maintenance and strengthening programs for restorative care

• Strong evaluation skills necessary to assess patient response to individualized care and take appropriate action
• Proficient in documentation skills using company approved devices
• High level of interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, and other home health care personnel
• Demonstrated solid problem solving skills to allow effective conflict resolution
• Occupational therapy knowledge of the diseases and health care needs of patient population

• Managed individualized patient care
• Managed case load proactively and autonomously 
• Provided direct patient care as indicated by the supervising OTR and attending physician while maintaining compliance with the agency policies and procedures
• Proficient in ADL training, joint protection, functional mobility, family/caregiver education, proper body mechanics, documentation, and safety with transfers

(Dean's List)