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LaShunn Morrow

Country Club Hills

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated COTA/L with experience in delivering occupational therapy services in home health and SNF setting. Adept at building rapport with patients, implementing treatment plans, documenting progress, and promoting functional independence through individualized therapeutic interventions. Strong ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary team.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

COTA-L

Advocate Aurora Health
Oak Brook, IL
03.2026 - Current
  • Provided skilled occupational therapy interventions to patients in home settings, focusing on functional independence and quality of life.
  • Conducted patient assessments, developed individualized treatment plans, and tracked progress in accordance with therapist recommendations.
  • Educated patients/family with HEP, adaptive equipment, and safety strategies to promote independence at home.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams, including physical therapists, nurses, and physicians, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
  • Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory and agency policies.
  • Successfully manage caseload to met agency productivity requirements, while demonstrating strong organizational and time-management skills.

Home Health Aide March 2014-March 2026

  • Provided compassionate, in-home care to elderly and disabled clients, assisting with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility.
  • Provided medications reminders and monitored vital signs according to care plans, reporting changes to supervising nurses.
  • Supported HEP and mobility programs, reducing risk of falls and improving patient independence.
  • Maintained daily scheduling of clients with accurate records of care provided while documenting daily activities and progress in compliance with HIPAA standards.
  • Developed positive relationships with clients/families, providing emotional support and companionship.
  • Trained and mentored new aides, ensuring adherence to company policies and high standards of care.

COTA-L

Functional Pathways LLC.
Knoxville, TN
09.2025 - 03.2026
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to implement therapeutic interventions effectively..
  • Maintained a clean and organized therapy environment to enhance client safety and comfort.
  • Enhanced patient rehabilitation progress by implementing personalized treatment plans under supervision of occupational therapists.
  • Managed caseloads effectively while maintaining a focus on quality care delivery for each patient served.
  • Adapted treatment approaches according to individual patient preferences, ensuring engagement in the therapeutic process.
  • Facilitated group therapy sessions to promote social interaction and engagement.
  • Maintain accurate daily note documentation of patient activities and progress reports.

PCT

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
Olympia Fields, IL
12.2015 - 02.2025
  • Take/document vital signs and glucose, report any abnormalities to RN.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to implement effective patient care and interventions..
  • Perform EKGs, pregnancy test, collect stool/urine species
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission within the clinical environment.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.

Education

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

City Colleges of Chicago- Wilbur Wright
Chicago, IL
05-2023

OTA-Student Field Work
01-2023

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Career Academy
Chicago, IL
09-1996

Skills

  • Implementation of Therapy programs per OT plan of care
  • Reporting and communicating status changes to supervising OT, RN, and Physician
  • Therapeutic exercise and functional mobility
  • Proficiency in different EMRs
  • Adherence to Medicare, state, and facility documentation standard
  • Group and concurrent therapy session
  • Knowledge of HIPPA and infection control protocols
  • Time management and attention to detail skills
  • Adaptability and flexibility for scheduling coordination
  • Provide education/training to patient, family and/or caregiver
  • Cultural competence and sensitivity when working with diverse population
  • Take/monitor vital signs

Certification

  • American Heart Association BLS/CPR
  • NBCOT certification #dzd5g9vs
  • State of Illinois License Occupational Therapy Assistant #057006252

Timeline

COTA-L

Advocate Aurora Health
03.2026 - Current

COTA-L

Functional Pathways LLC.
09.2025 - 03.2026

PCT

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields
12.2015 - 02.2025

Associate of Science - Occupational Therapy Assistant

City Colleges of Chicago- Wilbur Wright

OTA-Student Field Work

Certified Nursing Assistant -

Career Academy
LaShunn Morrow