Barbra White
St Elizabeth Healthcare
Manhattan,KS
1
Certification
2027
years of professional experience
Proficient Speech Language Pathologist delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions while fostering teamwork across healthcare settings. Focused on conducting comprehensive evaluations and developing individualized treatment plans to improve patient outcomes.
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
4 Years 7 Months- Conducted clinical and MBS swallow evaluations across medical, surgical, intensive care units.
- Collaborated with SLPs and interdisciplinary team as part of the resource team across 3 sites to ensure quality patient care
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify communication disorders and develop tailored treatment plans
- Implemented evidence-based therapeutic interventions to enhance speech and language skills
- Educated patients and families on normal and disordered swallow function, aspiration precautions and risks. Made referrals to ENT, GI, and palliative care as appropriate to address voice and swallowing concerns
Speech Language Pathologist
3 Years 2 Months- Conducted informal and standardized assessments with adult patients in acute medical and inpatient rehabilitation settings across two sites
- Made referrals for instrumental swallow evaluations, then interpreted impressions with patients and families. Implemented recommended therapy and continued education across the inpatient stay
- Educated patients and families on communication strategies to support progress in home environments
- Created plans of care to coincide with interdisciplinary team for an inpatient rehabilitation unit, provided weekly progress reports
Speech Language Pathologist
3 Months- Collaborated with PT/OT/Nursing/Dietician/Physician to optimize patient outcomes in a skilled nursing and long term care setting
- Monitored and documented patient progress, related to swallow safety and communication. Educated patients, family and staff about instrumental swallow evaluations done during their acute care stay, made referrals to repeat them to confirm improvement
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication or swallowing disorders, promoting peer support and increased motivation
Speech Language Pathologist
4 Years 7 Months- Assessed and treated dysphagia, dysarthria, aphasia, cognitive-communication disorders with proficiency and flexibility within acute medical, ICU, and inpatient rehabilitation settings across four sites within the system as part of the resource team
- Demonstrated advanced skills in conducting clinical swallow evaluations. Made referrals for MBS or FEES as appropriate
- Served diverse populations of patients and families in suburbs of a major US city. Gained proficiency communicating care efficiently while using interpreter services for multiple languages
Speech Language Pathologist
- Assessed and treated communication and swallow disorders with proficiency to treat all levels of needs in acute medical, inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation, and home healthcare settings on a full-time basis
- Served as an integral part of the rehab team to assess patient safety, communication ability and swallowing/nutritional stability for return to a community setting
- Supervised and educated graduate students to achieve and demonstrate clinical skills required to enter the profession. Communicated regularly with university supervisors
- Led inservices about dysphagia management as part of all new employee orientation for nurses (all units) and rehab staff. Added oral hygiene and dysphagia as topics for annual competencies for nursing staff
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team in weekly team meetings
- Demonstrated advanced skills in instrumental swallow evaluations, conducting both MBS and FEES
- Assisted in developing policy for nursing swallow screens for TIA/CVA and regularly provided education to nursing staff
- Implemented free water protocol for patients with dysphagia on the inpatient rehab unit
- Facilitated stroke support group and stroke conversation groups including survivors from the community
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with referral sources to ensure continuity of care for patients
Speech Language Pathologist
- Assessed and treated speech, communication and swallowing disorders within an inpatient rehabilitation hospital
- Assisted with implementing availability of FEES
- Maintained high performance evaluations after transitioning from full time to PRN status
Speech Language Pathologist
- Conducted informal and standardized assessments and treatments for speech, communication, voice and swallowing disorders in LTACH and cardiac rehabilitation units
- Worked closely with respiratory therapists for training and use of PMV and dysphagia management following tracheostomy and during weaning from mechanical ventilation
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
- 4.0 GPA
Skills
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Documentation and reporting
Multicultural sensitivity
Patience and resilience
Therapeutic techniques
Certification
- MBS-IMP Training - 2026
WiSE Woman award
I was nominated by my manager in 2026, related to serving as a role model and inspiring other women in my profession. Asked to share how I made a difference in the workplace at St Elizabeth Healthcare, my manager inputted a recognition she received from a coworker: "I wanted to take a moment to express how much Barbra's contributions mean to our team and organization. Her constant willingness to help others with a smile, even during high census periods, speaks volumes about her dedication and positivity. Barbra's flexibility in shifting between sites and stepping in to assist at a moment's notice is truly remarkable. Beyond her outstanding clinical skills, her work ethic and wonderful demeanor create a positive impact on everyone- our teams, patients, and caregivers alike. Thank you, Barbra, for being such an integral part of our success. We are incredibly fortunate to have you!"
Other Clinical Experience
2002-2003 RehabWorks, Wichita, KS
June-August 2002 The Rehabilitation Institute, Kansas City, MO
Jan-May 2002 USD 475 Junction City, KS
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
St Elizabeth Healthcare
01.2022 - 08.2026Read More
Speech Language Pathologist
Encore Rehabilitation
10.2021 - 01.2022Read More
Speech Language Pathologist
Bon Secour Mercy Health
09.2021 - 11.2024Read More
Speech Language Pathologist
Northshore University Health System
07.2016 - 02.2021Read More
Speech Language Pathologist
St Francis Health
2004 - 06.2016Read More
Speech Language Pathologist
Kansas Rehabilitation Hospital
2004 - 2016Read More
Speech Language Pathologist
Madonna Rehabilitation Hospital
2003 - 2004Read More
Kansas State University
Master of Science from Communication Sciences And Disorders
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