Janet Larson
Bowling Green
Summary
Compassionate Occupational Therapist with expertise in treating cognitive disorders, neurological conditions and mental health issues. Skilled in conducting assessments, developing treatment plans and providing patient education. Strong interpersonal and task prioritization skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Occupational Therapist
Summit West Care
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Maintain accurate documentation in alignment with department policy regarding evaluations, progress notes and discharge summaries.
- Utilize evidence-based practice guidelines when selecting appropriate therapeutic interventions.
- Provide family/caregiver training in strategies to facilitate increased independence in ADLs and meaningful role for clients with dementia.
Occupational Therapist PRN
Intermountain Health St Mary’s
01.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided interventions and treatments to improve patient abilities to perform daily activities, manage symptoms and prevent injury.
- Provided education to empower patients and families to understand conditions, treatments and treatment options for managing symptoms.
- Coordinated discharge planning efforts alongside case managers to ensure seamless transitions between care providers upon leaving facility.
Occupational Therapist
Community Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Performed occupational therapy services at general medical/surgical acute care hospital
- Educated patient, family/caregivers on occupational therapy plan of care and discharge recommendations.
- Organized busy box with sensory supplies for stimulation activities to provide to patients with dementia
- Administered cognitive screens and interpreted results for guiding treatment plans and making recommendations for discharge.
- Documented patient progress accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Occupational Therapist
Parkmoor Village Healthcare Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Evaluated and treated patients admitted for rehab with a wide range of conditions including injuries related to falls, failure to thrive, cardiac, CVA, neurological, respiratory failure, and cognitive changes.
- Treated patients on long term care units with tracheostomy and ventilator dependence, Alzheimer's/dementia, degenerative neurological, and chronic disabling conditions.
- Developed restorative nursing programs to manage contractures, maintain strength and range of motion, and preserve ADL function.
- Completed quarterly screens to develop caseload.
- Performed home evaluations to assess safety and discharge needs in preparation for return home.
Occupational Therapist - prn
Centennial Gardens for Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed and provided therapeutic and occupation-based interventions in a skilled rehab and long term care facility.
- Utilized the occupational process of gathering information from the patient, medical records, and direct patient assessment to establish patient centered treatment plan.
- Supported each individual in maintaining his or her dignity during the aging process.
- Assumed role of rehab director in her absence.
Occupational Therapist - prn
Southview Acres Healthcare Center
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Provided occupational therapy services in a skilled nursing facility within the transitional care unit.
- Developed patient specific treatment plans to restore, maintain and improve physical and mental functioning.
- Educated patient and family members regarding diagnosis, symptom management, and occupational therapy intervention.
- Collaborated with patient, family, and interdisciplinary team to determine appropriate level of support needed upon discharge.
Occupational Therapist
Lifecare Centers of America
05.2012 - 01.2016
- Planned and implemented individually-designed treatment programs to restore and improve ADL performance in a rehab setting.
- Managed a high-volume caseload and organized a daily patient caseload in coordination with the rehabilitation team schedule.
- Attended regular care conference meetings with interdisciplinary staff team and family to report patient progress, response to treatment, and contribute to discharge planning.
Occupational Therapist
Mount Evans Home Health and Hospice
03.2012 - 01.2016
- Provided occupational therapy services to homebound clientele.
- Evaluated home environment for safety and made recommendations for improving safety through environmental modifications.
- Provided recommendations for installation of durable medical equipment.
- Performed home modification assessments and consulted with construction contractors.
Occupational Therapist
Exempla Lutheran Medical Center
05.2002 - 12.2011
- Conducted initial evaluations, developed and executed treatment plans, and provide discharge recommendations in an acute hospital setting.
- Provided occupational therapy treatment services to patients on critical care units.
- Consistently administered Allen Cognitive Levels screening per MD orders to guide discharge planning.
- Used critical thinking skills to monitor vital signs, manage critical patient medical lines, and assess for significant medical changes.
- Responsible for supervision of certified occupational therapy assistants.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Occupational Therapy
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYSkills
- Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional
- Lymphedema Certified
- Proficient Allen Cognitive Levels Screen
- Proficient Cognitive Performance Test
Timeline
Occupational Therapist
Summit West Care
12.2024 - 07.2025
Occupational Therapist PRN
Intermountain Health St Mary’s
01.2024 - 07.2025
Occupational Therapist
Community Hospital
06.2021 - 12.2024
Occupational Therapist
Parkmoor Village Healthcare Center
06.2020 - 05.2021
Occupational Therapist - prn
Centennial Gardens for Nursing and Rehabilitation
01.2019 - 02.2020
Occupational Therapist - prn
Southview Acres Healthcare Center
12.2018 - 02.2020
Occupational Therapist
Lifecare Centers of America
05.2012 - 01.2016
Occupational Therapist
Mount Evans Home Health and Hospice
03.2012 - 01.2016
Occupational Therapist
Exempla Lutheran Medical Center
05.2002 - 12.2011
Bachelors of Science - Occupational Therapy
Eastern Kentucky University
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