OTR/L

Kimberly Phillips

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Cell Phone: 252-***-****

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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE:

03-202*-**-**** Signature HealthCARE, Kinston, NC

Completed resident evaluations, progress reports, re-certifications, and discharge summaries for patients at 106 bed Skilled Nursing Facility

Participated in weekly interdisciplinary meetings and coordinated treatment plans with COTAs to facilitate patients’ highest level of performance by providing leadership, facilitating learning, and internal training

Undertook comprehensive assessments of patients, including those with diverse or complex pathology/presentations using appropriate clinical reasoning skills, observation skills and manual assessment to provide an accurate assessment and understanding of their condition

Formulated and implemented individual occupational therapy treatment programs based on standardized testing, evidence-based practice, clinical reasoning, and knowledge of appropriate treatments within the specified timeframes compliant with Signature HeathCare 201*-**-**** North Carolina State Veterans Home, Kinston, NC

Worked as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team alongside social workers, physical therapists and other support staff

Completed resident evaluations, treatments, reassessments, and discharge plans using appropriate evaluation and reassessment methods

Developed and implemented therapy plans for residents and modified goals as appropriate in response to changes in patient status, environment, and discharge plan

Completed thorough, appropriate, and timely documentation within departmental requirements

Provided treatment for residents with cognitive, neurologic, orthopedic, and cardiac medical conditions

Provided professional support, and supervision to staff members of multi-disciplinary team including staff employed in support departments

Assisted Rehabilitation Manager on daily operational supervision to ensure residents and patients in hospital and skilled nursing facilities received the highest standards of practice in accordance with the North Carolina Board of OT, National Board of OT, and AOTA's standard practice

Maintained current, relevant professional knowledge and skills based upon state and national requirements including certifications in myofascial release and unwinding, oncology management, and kinesiotaping. Continuing education also included fall risk assessments and prevention, instruction in dementia management, and standardized coding for requisite documentation pursuant to occupational therapy's body's Code of Practice and ethical guidelines

Promoted attainment of person-centered treatment plans and goals by providing staff with available resources and guidance to ascertain patients/residents were receiving the highest possible standards of care within available means.

10-201*-**-**** Vidant Edgecombe Hospital, Tarboro, NC

Developed, implemented, and managed individualized care plans for patients with neurological, surgical, orthopedic, and upper quadrant conditions in acute inpatient setting

Responsible for orthotic application and management of upper extremity splints based upon indications for use and expected outcome

Provided adjunctive modality use of ultrasound and electrical stimulation for contractures, paralysis, weakness, and neuromuscular dysfunction

Maintained knowledge of and familiarity with insurance referral/authorization process and documentation requirements related to therapy services

Consulted with other services, families, and outside agencies to recommend durable medical equipment and transitional therapy program prior to discharge from therapy

Scheduled time efficiently and worked independently 2013-2015 Jackson Therapy Partners Orlando, FL

Santa Monica Healthcare Center, Santa Monica, CA; Brian Center, Wallace, Evergreen Woods Skilled Nursing Facility, Spring Hill, FL; Hardee Manor Healthcare, Wauchula, FL

Evaluated patients’ level of self-care function using chart reviews, standardized tests, clinical observation, and other appropriate objective data sources

Interpreted findings using objective results and clinical reasoning to develop self-care goals, and alter treatment plans, and discharge recommendations when appropriate Used clinical judgment to develop and implement relevant treatment plans aligned with physicians’ orders

Developed home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers

Developed home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers

Developed home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers

Developed home exercise programs in partnership with patients’ caregivers

Functioned as a vital member of your patients’ medical neighborhoods, collaborating, and coordinating care between various providers and disciplines

Consulted with agency personnel as necessary to maintain understanding of expectations and standards related to delivering high-quality patient care

Performed all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures 07-201*-**-**** Ardor Health Solutions: Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation, Ahoskie, NC

Evaluated patients’ level of function through the administration of appropriate diagnostic tests, comprehensive performance of ADL tasks, physical/cognitive assessment, and clinical reasoning

Consulted with patient on appropriate treatment procedures and goals to include neurological re- education of physical functioning through therapeutic exercise and activities, manual therapy, splint application/management, and physical agent modalities

Incorporated cognitive/educative/perceptual strategies and compensatory techniques into therapy when indicated to foster independence with ADLs/IADLs

Translated all therapy procedures/services into functional ADL/IADL tasks designed to foster independence and resumption of occupational roles while maintaining a safe environment

Documented on short- and long-term treatment plans including progress notes, re-certifications, and discharge summaries accurately based on chart review, observation, and care team feedback

Provided educational material to patients and/or patient families appropriate to patient comprehension and motivation

Provided appropriate instruction and supervision to assistive personnel consistent with organizational policy and regulatory requirements

03-201*-**-**** Aureus Medical Staffing: Sentara Nursing Center, Norfolk, VA; Southhampton Memorial Hospital, Franklin, VA; Good Samaritan Hospital, Suffern, NY; Kindred Transitional Care and Rehabilitation, Rocky Mount, NC

Participated in the evaluation and treatment of patients based upon current principles and practices of OT and in accordance with the organizations’ policies, procedures, and standards

Formulated comprehensive treatment plans that incorporated both evaluation findings and patient/family input

Demonstrated essential skill competencies in the use of treatment modalities and protocols

Completed daily, weekly, and monthly progress notes that reflected patient response to therapy, current status, and overall progress within established timeframes

Performed re-evaluations according to organizational guidelines, adjusting the treatment plan accordingly

Completed discharge summaries that detailed course of therapy, goal progression, discharge needs and recommendations, and patient/family education

Maintained productivity standards set by the organization and utilized non-billable time efficiently 12-201*-**-**** Haleanue Restorative Care Center, Hilo, HA

Established, assessed, and modified realistic and measurable functional goals in accordance with standard based testing, medical staff, and patients

Assisted in development and revision of treatment plans based upon occupational therapy performance improvement indicators

Developed appropriate treatment programs to progress patients' achievement toward treatment plans and goals as applicable

Counseled patients and families to department safety standards evaluation results, treatment plans/goals, proper body mechanics, and home exercises

Delivered care using a professional and customer-oriented approach and adhering to company policies

Utilized updated treatment techniques

11-201*-**-**** Heritage Hospital, Tarboro, NC-PRN

Developed individualized care plans for patients with neurological, surgical, orthopedic, and upper quadrant conditions in outpatient setting to include wound care, manual therapy for scar tissue release, and chronic pain management therapies

Responsible for orthotic fabrication and application of hand splints based upon biomechanics of the splint/orthotic design, indications for use and expected outcome, contraindications and precautions, psychosocial considerations of the patient, and the disease/injury process

Provided adjunctive modality use of ultrasound, electrical stimulation, fluidotherapy, and anodyne for edema, pain, wounds, spasms, contractures, paralysis, weakness, and neuromuscular dysfunction

Screened new patients within 24 hours of admission

Attended all required facility meetings and in-services including Medicare meetings, patient staffing, family meetings, and care plans

Maintained productivity levels as determined by Hospital

Followed all appropriate hospital infection control policies and procedures and adhered to OBRA guidelines

01-200*-**-**** PPR Healthcare Staffing: RehabCare Group, Britthaven of Harnett, Dunn, NC; Harborview Medical Center, Seattle, WA; Heritage Hospital, Tarboro, NC; Genesis Rehabilitation-Mount Vernon Nursing and Rehabilitation, Alexandria, VA

Evaluated and determined patient’s goals and care plan within the domain of occupational therapy in acute and long-term care settings including patients with diagnoses of cardiac, medical, neurological, orthopedic, and surgical conditions

Integrated facility policy and procedure into the development of the occupational therapy intervention plan including safety protocols, standards and guidelines of care, productivity standards, resource utilization, and collaborative needs of team members among all disciplines

Implemented occupational therapy intervention in collaboration with patients and care team members to encompass patients’ communicated needs and priorities, medical conditions, and targeted outcomes as related to patients’ functional capacity to engage in occupations

Responsible for intervention review, documentation, and evaluation of patients’ functional level and outcome achievement at time of discharge for stated goals and objectives 09-200*-**-**** Club Staffing, Northridge Hospital Medical Center, Northridge, CA

Developed, implemented, and documented occupational therapy intervention for primarily SCI Unit including facilitation of coping skills, implementation of exercise routine for strengthening affected muscles, determination of adaptive equipment and compensatory techniques for the performance of ADLs, and participation in interdisciplinary conferences on patient care plan development and modification

Performed all duties in compliance with agency policies and procedures

Met deadlines for completion of patient chart updates, progress summaries, and all other paperwork as needed

Conducted professional manner at all times including professional conduct and communication

Evaluated patients, including history, systems review, and application of appropriate tests and measures, synthesis information and interpreted examination findings to establish a diagnosis, identify impairments, determine the predicted level of improvement and the time required to achieve it, identify precautions/contraindications, and design and plan of care 09-200*-**-**** Peoplefirst Rehabilitation, Kindred Health Care, Kinston, NC

Assessed and evaluated functional status of residents in long-term care facility

Planned, implemented, and supervised individualized therapeutic intervention

Provided adjunctive modality use of ultrasound, electrical stimulation, and diathermy for contracture management, incontinence, post stroke recovery, hand edema, acute and chronic pain, COPD, and fall prevention

Documented resident progress and identified modification of treatment plans which included but not limited to initial evaluation forms, weekly progress reports, monthly re-certification forms, and discharge summaries

Managed and supervised staff of three COTAs

Organized and conducted occupational therapy programs for the agency to facilitate rehabilitation including direct patient participation in selected tasks to restore, reinforce, and enhance performance to diminish or correct pathology

Made referrals to other disciplines and agencies to address the comprehensive needs of the patient

Ensured that patients and families received the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognized the individuals' needs and rights EDUCATION:

2004-2006 East Carolina University, Greenville, NC; MS, Occupational Therapy; Thesis: The Meaning of Community Quality of Life for African American Residents in a Rural Setting: A Study of Tillery, North Carolina. Research used as part of developing the foundation for the rural health program at Vidant Hospital System 1988-1990 North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC; MS, Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management 1980-1985 East Carolina University, Greenville, NC; BS, Management of Recreation Facilities and Services CERTIFICATIONS:

North Carolina 6275; California 9306; Hawaii 818; Virginia 011*******; New York 63016291; Florida OT15603; Georgia OT005841; NBCOT 22057

Myofascial Release I and Fascial Unwinding, BLS provider. KT1, HCPC OT70823 Integrative Oncology Rehabilitation Certification

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