Jackie Kucharski

Served level II NICU population, addressing neurodevelopmental care for preterm and critically ill infants.

Implemented individualized developmental care principles to enhance positioning and handling techniques.

Managed sensory stimuli, optimizing light and sound environments to foster developmental progress.

Applied therapeutic interventions based on evidence-based practices to support patient outcomes.

Conducted evaluations to assess individual patient needs and monitor progress effectively.

Collaborated with neonatologists, NICU nurses, and families for comprehensive care planning.

Monitored and documented patient progress in electronic health records to ensure accurate tracking.

Developed individualized treatment plans utilizing therapy goals and family input.

Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance motor skills and sensory integration.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive care strategies.

Educated families on techniques for supporting child development at home.

Documented patient progress and adjusted interventions for optimal effectiveness.

Maintained a safe, engaging therapy environment during sessions.

Conducted assessments using formal testing, informal tools, and caregiver interviews.

Led pediatric occupational therapy team, enhancing neurodevelopmental care for preterm and critically ill infants in Level III NICU.

Bridged communication between hospital, clinic physicians, staff, and community stakeholders.

Developed comprehensive sensory integration program; certified in advanced therapeutic listening and SIPT.

Created and conducted handwriting and sensory motor groups to improve fine motor skills.

Implemented performance precision strategies through vestibular engagement and postural integration activities.

Facilitated interactive learning sessions for therapists with Julia Willbarger and Sheila Frick.

Provided outpatient therapy and served as primary service provider in B-3 programs.

Executed evaluations, developed plans of care, and delivered therapies across multiple programs.

Marketing and speaking to various support groups, pediatricians, and businesses to promote the new satellite clinic in Saukville, WI.

Delivered school-based interventions aligned with IEP goals to enhance student success.

Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive support for diverse learning needs.

Focused on fostering independence and confidence in children through targeted occupational therapy.

Utilized sensory integration techniques to improve fine and gross motor skills development.

Developed and documented IEP goals to track student progress effectively.

Implemented assistive technology to facilitate learning outcomes for students.

Provided handwriting remediation and functional skills training to promote daily living independence.

Monitored progress and reported outcomes to ensure effective communication with families.

Provided compassionate care to enhance client success within capability limits.

Developed programs in the area of Sensory Integration, The Listening Program, Craniosacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage Therapy, Handwriting without tears, Print Tool, Therapeutic Listening Program

Delivered occupational therapy services at specialized pediatric clinic for medically complex children.

Assessed patient needs and co-created treatment plans with measurable goals.

Conducted physician-prescribed occupational therapy programs for children aged birth to three.

Trained and supervised occupational therapy students in various treatment techniques.

Executed standardized evaluations of functional abilities to inform treatment direction.

Customized conventional occupational therapy techniques to address unique client needs.

Special Therapies comprises licensed therapists in Wisconsin, specializing in sensory integration, craniosacral therapy, visual perception programs, neurodevelopmental therapy, handwriting without tears, oral motor/feeding therapy, and lymphatic drainage therapy.

Craniosacral therapy evaluates and enhances craniosacral system functioning, supporting natural healing processes and offering preventive health benefits.

Implemented lymphatic drainage therapy to assess circulation and optimize body-fluid drainage using manual lymphatic mapping techniques.

Conducted visual perception programs targeting skills such as matching, sorting, classifying, and spatial organization for improved fine motor coordination.