Eleanor Quinn
Stranorlar
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Senior Occupational Therapist with experience in providing patient-centered care and developing innovative rehabilitation programs. Passionate about leveraging clinical experience to improve community health networks and advocate for diverse populations. Proven expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance community health outcomes and promote accessibility to healthcare services. Strong skills in patient assessment, program development and community outreach, coupled with a deep understanding of healthcare policies and practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Occupational Therapist
HSE
Letterkenny North And Inishowen
04.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated clinical leadership, providing guidance and supervision to Staff Grade OTs and OT Assistants
- Implemented HSE policies to ensure compliance
- Participated in research projects enhancing occupational therapy techniques
- Presented occupational therapy roles at community information sessions
- Ensured cohesive patient care through interdisciplinary teamwork
- Participated in ongoing professional training in seating and in common conditions seen in practice
Staff Grade Occupational Therapist
HSE
South Donegal Network
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Delivered OT assessments and interventions for adult clients, ensuring evidence-based practice and person-centered care.
- Collaborated effectively with interdisciplinary team members
- Offer consistent support within the team and worked to foster a collaborative learning environment
- Advocated clients’ needs to secure necessary healthcare services
Senior Occupational Therapist
CPL
South Donegal Network
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Focused on clinical development extensively
- Conducted comprehensive OT assessments amidst stringent Covid-19 protocols
Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist
NHS
Chichester
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Evaluate physical, emotional, and functional requirements of patients during assessments.
- Designed individualised care plans to enhance functional independence
- Deliver evidence-based occupational therapy interventions, including exercises, education on energy conservation, and techniques for managing breathlessness.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary efforts for enhanced patient outcomes
- Delivered educational sessions on self-management strategies related to pulmonary health
- Engage in quality assurance and service improvement projects
- Oversaw training sessions to enhance clinical skills
- Enhanced the knowledge base for therapeutic practices by engaging in research activities.
- Maintain accurate patient records per NHS standards
Director
Greenshoots Care
Littlehampton
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Supported accommodation service for young people aged 16-18, who were transitioning from long-term care to independent living. I established the service privately with my spouse.
- Liaised extensively with key stakeholders commissioning the service
- Drafted policies for practice, health, safety, and human resources
- Secured financial funding and managed finances
- Recruited and managed staff, from an operational point of view
- managed running of the property - estates management
Band 5 Occupational Therapist
NHS
Chichester
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Rotational Role - worked in trauma and orthopaedics wards, and the acute neuro ward.
- Developed individualized intervention plans for each patient based on their needs and goals.
- Facilitated safe discharges from hospital through therapeutic interventions and equipment provision.
Band 5 Occupational Therapist
NHS
Frimley
06.2017 - 02.2018
- Orthopaedic Rotation
- Carried out assessments to ensure patients were able to meet their functional needs safely prior to discharge from hospital
- Involved access visits to their homes prior to discharge and prescribing necessary adaptations
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSc Occupational Therapy
London South Bank University
London06-2017
BTEC - Health Sciences
North West Regional College
Derry - Londonderry06-2014
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Team collaboration
- Community outreach and engagement
- Clinical knowledge (public health, patient care)
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Service user advocacy
- Program coordination
- Data collection and analysis
Timeline
Senior Occupational Therapist
HSE
04.2023 - Current
Staff Grade Occupational Therapist
HSE
12.2022 - 04.2023
Senior Occupational Therapist
CPL
12.2020 - 12.2021
Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist
NHS
05.2019 - 03.2020
Director
Greenshoots Care
01.2019 - 02.2020
Band 5 Occupational Therapist
NHS
03.2018 - 05.2019
Band 5 Occupational Therapist
NHS
06.2017 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Science - BSc Occupational Therapy
London South Bank University
BTEC - Health Sciences
North West Regional College
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