Therapist Occupational

NICOLE NASH

Slidell, LA ***** 504-***-**** ***************@*******.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Skilled Occupational Therapist with exceptional grasp of healthcare compliance requirements and standard therapeutic procedures. Proficient in program leadership, team development and training. Over 20 years of experience working SNF and acute patients.

SKILLS

Conducted Home evaluations, attended MD visits

with select residents.

Efficient in use of TENS, ultrasound and moist heat as well as orthotics.

Participated in cooking assessments and outings with residents.

• Supervision of volunteers and fieldwork students.

• First Aid/CPR

• Team building

• Project organization

• Participated in several fundraiser activities.

WORK HISTORY

Lead Occupational Therapist, 04/2018 to 06/2020

Therapy Management Corporation – Slidell, LA

• Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.

• Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.

• Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.

• Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.

• Supervised several Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants and volunteers.

• Staff education on various standards of dementia and appropriate intervention from extensive dementia training. Experience with rehab optima and JBS operating computer systems. Lead Occupational Therapist, 03/2015 to 04/2018

The Therapy Center – Slidell, LA

• Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.

• Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

• Supervision of several therapy staff including COTAs and volunteers.

• Proficiency with home evaluations and assessments along with family training sessions to facilitate discharge to home. Experience with cypress documentation and other computer systems. Occupational Therapist, 07/2010 to 03/2015

Greenbriar Community Care Center/Commcare – Slidell, LA

• Established compassionate and caring relationships with patients.

• Meticulously reviewed records and referrals to determine and implement best treatment methods.

• Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.

• Experience with variety of computer systems for timely documentation. Participated in care plan meetings as well as interdisciplinary communication. Occupational Therapist, 10/2008 to 07/2010

Tristar Rehab Greenbriar – Slidell, LA

• Recommended equipment to use in-home to maximize opportunities for wellness.

• Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.

• Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs. Responsible for therapist schedule as well as supervison of COTA students and volunteers.

• Development of restorative programs including contracture management and positioning strategies. Occupational Therapist, 10/2006 to 10/2008

Northshore Regional Medical Center – Slidell, LA

• Consulted with direct-care staff to implement best methods to achieve therapy goals.

• Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Performed evaluations and assessments to recommend best treatment for individual patients.

• Experience in acute care and inpatient rehab working with variety of patients including geriatrics and adults.Experience with variety of diagnosis including ortho, neuro, and general deconditioning.

• Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals. Occupational Therapist, 10/2001 to 10/2006

Chateau Living Center – Kenner, LA

• Evaluated patient conditions, histories and goals.

• Customized standard plans to meet individual abilities and needs.

• Determined best treatment plans to meet objectives for school, work and home life.

• Performed assessments during treatment to determine progress according to goals.

• Coordinated interventions with multidisciplinary treatment team.

• Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately. Experience with wheelchair and seating evals. Occupational Therapist, 10/2000 to 10/2001

Tri Star Rehab Heritage Manor of Houma – Houma, LA Performed all duties required as an entry level therapist including screenings, conducting evals, and developing and implementing treatment plans.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science: Occupational Therapy, 05/2000 Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center - New Orleans, LA

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