Jennifer Kern
Vero Beach,FL
Summary
Compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist with experience in assessing and treating communication and swallowing disorders across diverse populations. Skilled in developing individualized treatment plans, utilizing evidence-based practices to enhance speech, language, cognitive, and safe swallowing abilities. Demonstrated ability to build strong rapport with patients, leading to improved outcomes and increased patient satisfaction. Contributed to multidisciplinary teams by sharing insights and strategies that support overall patient care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech and Language Pathologist
Life Care Centers of America
Port St Lucie, FL
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted assessments of patient speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing skills.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on patient needs.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions to enhance communication abilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies, including PT, OT, Kitchen, and Nursing Staff.
- Documented patient progress in accordance with healthcare standards utilizing PointClickCare (PCC) and NetHealth systems
Speech Language Pathologist
River City Speech and Language Services
Sacramento, CA
06.2018 - 12.2023
- Conducted assessments to evaluate speech and language disorders in Students from age birth to 22.
- Developed personalized therapy plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Implemented therapeutic interventions using evidence-based practices and techniques.
- Implemented multi-modality compensatory communication strategies including picture exchange communication systems, communication boards, sign language, and AAC.
- Collaborated with families and staff to support student progress and provide resources.
- Documented student progress and maintained accurate records in compliance with standards.
- Participated in IEP meetings with school districts to ensure students receive necessary services according to their needs.
- Mentored junior staff in therapy techniques and best practices for client care.
Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
Easter Seals of California, Sacramento
Sacramento
05.2014 - 09.2018
- Conducted assessments to identify speech and language disorders in clients birth to age three.
- Developed individualized treatment plans based on client needs and goals.
- Assisted in developing materials used during therapy sessions such as games, worksheets and visual aids.
- Implemented multi-modality compensatory communication strategies, including picture exchange communication systems, sign language, and AAC devices.
- Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate care for cliets.
- Provided parent training in-home to facilitate generalization of newly earn skills.
Education
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05-2014
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University, Sacramento
Sacramento, CA05-2008
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Individualized treatment planning
- Evidence-based interventions
- Progress documentation
- Augmentative communication strategies
- Collaborative care coordination
- Family engagement strategies
- Dysphagia management
- PointClickCare (PCC)
- NetHealth
Certification
- CCC-SLP (ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence)
- CPR Certified (August 2025)
Timeline
Speech and Language Pathologist
Life Care Centers of America
06.2025 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
River City Speech and Language Services
06.2018 - 12.2023
Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist
Easter Seals of California, Sacramento
05.2014 - 09.2018
Master of Science - Speech Language Pathology
California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Arts - English
California State University, Sacramento
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