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1) Is Competent ... Carlynn Pickens has over 20 years of experience as an occupational therapist trying to provide excellent care to American elders.
2) Is Honest... Carlynn Pickens is honest in her evaluation of companies she has worked for and “moves on” when she realizes that leadership cares more about profit than care. She has worked in 10 skilled nursing facilities in her 20+ years as an OT.
3) Is Respectful ... Carlynn Pickens is respectful of the rights of American elders.
4) Has Integrity ... Carlynn Pickens demonstrates integrity as evidenced by her relentless pursuit of better care for the residents she serves, even if it means leaving “well paying” positions in pretty buildings.
5) Has Courage ... Carlynn Pickens demonstrated courage after hurricanes Helene and Milton by standing up for staff, residents, and families, prompting a state investigation.
6) Has a Proven Record... Carlynn Pickens has a proven record of trying to provide the best care possible for the elders that she serves by providing excellent occupational therapy services and exemplifying the health benefits of being out of bed, dressed, and engaged in routine, meaningful, graded activity programming. Carlynn is also an aerial dance/ circus arts coach who promotes physical literacy for students of all ages and abilities.