Donna O'Leary
Summary
Highly driven individual with a passion for Long Term Care and helping others by improving their daily quality of life.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Environmental Technician
SEM
05.2023 - Current
- Pit permit holder in IOCC currently
- Waste Waste Treatment plant operator. Responsible for the collection of water samples around the mine area, analysis of data and treatment using polymer and acid as required. Trained to change out acid tote following safety procedures outlined in SOP. Recording and reporting of data.
- Participation in various fish habitation projects including catching, tagging, and releasing. Gathering and entering of data.
- Collection, analysis and data entry various environmental entities such as: dust jars, water samples, bat detection monitoring, pollinator flowers and insects, bank swallow studies and bird habitats using various laboratory and field instruments.
- Greenhouse attendant responsible for cultivating and maintaining plants selected plants for revegetation and dust suppression projects.
Recreation Therapist
Labrador Grenfell Health
01.2003 - 03.2024
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients and their families.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient leisure interests and preferences.
- Provided information to individuals and families regarding recreational therapy services.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to create effective therapeutic interventions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase physical activity and improve overall health.
- Assessed patient functional abilities and developed plans to increase independence and improve quality of life.
- Adapted recreational activities to meet the needs of individuals.
- active member of the NL Therapeutic Recreation Association for several years.
- Assisted with the management of challenging behaviors in recreational settings.
- Developed and implemented recreational therapy plans to improve physical, social, and emotional functioning.
- Facilitated group activities to enhance motor skills, cognitive abilities, and socialization.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Developed schedules of activities and community outings to create expressive outlets for residents.
- Recorded and monitored patient progress to document responses to therapy.
- Supervised and directed volunteers to provide assistance in implementing, planning and leading activities.
- sat on the committee for the implementation of a community based van (Trust Transit) which then became a vital part of LTC.
- Documented overall well-being of residents and progress to evaluate activities for enjoyment and efficacy.
- Used computer programs to compile and maintain current activity schedules and develop newsletters.
- Liaised with healthcare professionals and family members to assess residents' needs, progress and well-being.
- Increased patient motivation by incorporating creative modalities such as art, music or sports into activity sessions.
- Promoted the value of leisure activity participation as an essential component of overall health.
- Provided education on the benefits of recreation therapy for families, caregivers, and community partners.
- Utilized adaptive equipment to enable patients with varying abilities to participate in recreational activities safely and effectively.
- Improved patient participation by adapting activities based on their interests, preferences, strengths, and limitations.
- Mentored new staff members on best practices in recreation therapy techniques while fostering a positive work environment.
- Observed, analyzed and recorded patient progress during sessions, modifying programs as needed.
- Organized recreation and therapy programs congruent with participants' goals, abilities and personal interests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, NL05.1998
Skills
- Strong organizational, communication and time-management skills
- Detail-oriented and able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Languages
English
Timeline
Environmental Technician
SEM
05.2023 - Current
Recreation Therapist
Labrador Grenfell Health
01.2003 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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