LAUREN T. PURDY

*** ****** ***, *** *, Iowa City IA 52246

319-***-**** adc5i1@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Enthusiastic occupational therapy graduate seeking to develop skills and achieve optimal patient care working with a diverse population as a member of an interdisciplinary team. QUALIFICATIONS

• Licensed and board-certified occupational therapist by the state of Iowa and the National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT), respectively

• Able to work autonomously and in team settings. Has collaborated clinically and/or professionally with a variety of professionals, including: occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists, nurses, administrators, 1:1 care assistants, teachers, and paraprofessionals

• Worked with a diverse population with varying diagnoses: Stroke, Dementia, COPD, Visually im- paired, Amputations, Chronic pain, Depression, Dyspraxia, ADD, ADHD, Autism, Sensory Integra- tion Disorder, Developmental delay, Angelman Syndrome

• Documented according to standards set by the department and regulatory agencies

• Received training in The Zones of Regulation: A Concept to Foster Self-Regulation and Emotional Control

• Observed experienced therapists daily in their treatment sessions and received mentorship EDUCATION

M.S. in Occupational Therapy December 2019

Le Moyne College, Syracuse, NY

3.67 Cumulative GPA

Capstone: Depression and Anxiety from Social Media Use Among U.S. Adults B.A. in Health and Human Physiology May 2017

University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA

3.06 Cumulative GPA

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

Level II Fieldwork Occupational Therapy Student September - December 2019 with Lisa Litterer, OTR/L

Central Rivers AEA, Cedar Falls, IA

• Reviewed referrals and records, performed screenings and evaluations, completed documentation, and treated a caseload of patients ages birth to 21 years under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist

• Developed patient-centered therapy treatment plans with treatment goals in mind

• Co-taught weekly handwriting courses to elementary school classrooms

• Consulted and collaborated with interdisciplinary team members including classroom teachers, speech therapists and physical therapists to develop solutions while providing quality care to our patients Level II Fieldwork Occupational Therapy Student May - August 2018 with Farrah Santos, OTR/L

Landmark of Plano, Plano, TX

• Performed screenings and evaluations, completed documentation, and treated a caseload of patients ages 50 years and older under the supervision of a licensed occupational therapist

• Delivered an in-service presentation to interdisciplinary team on pain management and proper trans- fer techniques

• Utilized neuromuscular intervention techniques to facilitate increased proprioception and kinesthetic awareness in patients with hemiparesis/hemiplegia

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team for patient treatment and appropriate discharge options Level I Fieldwork Occupational Therapy Student August 2017 - December 2018 Syracuse, NY

Fall 2018

• Conducted site visits at Salvation Army – Cab Horse Day Care Center

• Direct experience with infants 6 weeks to 18 months in the classroom

• Completed a Sensory-Based Project

– Developed and created age-appropriate sensory activities/items related to the achievement of occupation-based activities within the classroom

– Presented, demonstrated, and educated the classroom teachers on proper implementation of sensory activities/items

Spring 2018

• Conducted site visits with a community partner at Providence House

– Conducted and completed: occupational profile, task analysis, assessment tool administration, intervention/adaptation planning implementation, home safety assessment, future recommen- dations

• Planned a Health Literacy/Wellness Fair Event for the Liverpool Senior Group at St. Joseph the Worker Church

– Initiated a preventative approach towards addressing the topics of health literacy and wellness in the local community to work towards eliminating health disparities

– Conducted a full-day observation of an acute-care OTR/L at St. Joseph Hospital Fall 2017

• Completed a Mental Health Advocacy Project with CNY Services

– Created a tailored advocacy campaign for the inclusion of occupational therapy services in a local provider of mental health services where occupational therapy does not currently exist

• Planned a week-long Mental Health Awareness event at Le Moyne College

– Raised awareness of mental health conditions and psychosocial factors that impact the college-age population with informational booths throughout the school VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

UnityPoint Health Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation March - November 2016 Cedar Rapids, IA

• Assisted physical and occupational therapists with tools and sanitation

• Observed patient and therapist interactions

PROJECTS

Depression and Anxiety from Social Media Use Among U.S. Adults May 2019 Master’s Capstone Project by Lauren Purdy, Royce Robertson, Ed.D.

• Rationale for project: Understanding the key behaviors of individuals with mental illnesses regarding the use of social media may help occupational therapists understand the possible e ects of social media on a patient’s mental health.

• Content: A structured educational seminar for parents of middle-school aged children including infor- mation regarding social media addiction and social media anxiety, common symptoms, mental risks, and physical risks, and points for audience brainstorming, interaction, and discussion to increase engagement

• Presented at a professional interdisciplinary poster presentation held at Le Moyne College on May 17, 2019

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP

American Occupational Therapy Assocation (AOTA) May 2017 - Present Student Occupational Therapy Assocation (SOTA) May 2017 - May 2019

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