Julie Amann
Bowling Green,USA
Summary
Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience providing services to individuals exhibiting cognitive-linguistic, communication and/or swallowing impairments. Organized problem solver who swiftly handles changing caseloads and duties related to implementing the most efficient skilled therapy. Diligent in managerial duties with strengths of written, oral, interpersonal communication and problem solving skills. Adept at building and motivating dynamic teams, assisting in developing patient programs, performing streamline operations and conducting ongoing, functional company analysis.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Greenwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Bowling Green, KY
01.2018 - Current
- Perform Speech-Language Pathology services to a variety of patients for short term rehabilitation stays and with long-term care at the facility.
- Provide care for patients targeting cognitive-linguistic retraining, communication skills and swallowing safety/efficiency.
- Started the functional maintenance program (FMP) protocol while collaborating closely with the nursing staff and activity department.
- Frequent development and implementation of external cognitive devices and environmental aids to assist with memory, orientation and recall.
- Meet with skilled professionals including a licensed dietician, nursing, administration and other therapy clinicians to promote patient care.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Amedisys Home Health
Winder, GA
01.2018 - 01.2018
- Interventions provided to a variety of patients exhibiting speech-language, cognitive and/or swallowing impairments within the home health setting.
- Conducted Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) evaluations and performed device implementation/training.
- Performed vital assessments, communicated frequently with physicians and contacted emergency personnel as determined appropriate.
- Conducted inhouse and community marketing inservices to assist in successful program development.
- Ongoing patient and caregiver home training with program development to facilitate progress, safety and independence within this environment.
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Westminster Oaks
Tallahassee, FL
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed a consistent caseload of patients/residents in long-term, short-term, assisted-living and outpatient settings.
- Conducted screenings and evaluations to address speech-language and cognitive impairments.
- Developed programs including but not limited to restorative dining, dysphagia identification questionnaires and cognitive maintenance.
- Implemented alternative expressive and receptive communication devices with education on utilization with patients and caregivers.
- Performed diet modifications and implemented safety strategies for individuals exhibiting swallowing impairments.
Director of Rehabilitation, Speech-Language Pathologist
Brynwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Monticello, FL
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Provided support and leadership to over 20 employees while managing a rehabilitation department to ensure the most adequate care was provided to meet the needs of each patient.
- Employees included Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapy Assistants, Speech-Language Pathologists and therapy technicians.
- Also performed Speech-Language Pathology services.
- Implemented employee education, support, supervision and guidance to ensure facility, company and state guidelines were followed.
- Participated in facility meetings to discuss current/future goals and therapy program development.
- Attended and contributed to patient care plan meetings.
- Communicated therapy goals and progress with staff and caregivers.
- Developed and provided daily schedules for staff following discussion of appropriate levels of care with modifications as needed.
- Provided prompt communication with appropriate caregivers regarding changes in medical conditions or concerns.
- Performed screenings, evaluations and treatment for communication, cognition and swallowing disorders.
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
Tallahassee, FL
01.2007 - 01.2010
- Provided services for adult and pediatric patients in a home health setting addressing speech-language, cognitive and swallowing impairments within a variety of care levels.
- Performed medical record reviews.
- Conducted patient and caregiver interviews upon initiation and during the course of treatment.
- Collaborated with other providers to promote efficiency of treatment and address any concerns.
- Provided tracheostomy care and education within the home setting including PMV placement.
- Encouraged therapeutic activities and tasks to promote maintenance and gains within sessions.
- Oral Motor Exams performed with treatment and education provided to address strength, range of motion and coordination impairments.
- Adaptive communication techniques developed and education provided with patients/caregivers.
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Eden Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Crawfordville, FL
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Provided services for patients exhibiting swallowing, communication, and/or cognitive impairments within a skilled nursing facility.
- Conducted frequent staff in-services including patient-specific compensatory swallowing strategies, aspiration precautions, diet recommendations, feeding/swallowing techniques.
- Educated and trained caregivers on adaptive/alternative communication and memory devices.
- Developed plans of care to meet the needs specific to each patient.
- Assisted in planning for discharges back into the home environment.
- Worked closely with social service staff and administration to assist in making sure each patient’s needs and levels of care were being achieved.
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Select Specialty Hospital
Tallahassee, Florida
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Specialized treatments and incorporated treatment regimens within this Long Term Acute Care (LTAC) setting.
- Worked with patients exhibiting more critical medical situations, with several ventilator dependent.
- Tracheostomy care performed with evaluations of swallowing conducted with the blue dye test, cuff deflations and speaking valves.
- Adapted to emotions involved in this setting with support provided to help patients through the challenging circumstances.
- Conducted frequent education and training for staff/caregivers regarding aspiration/airway compromise risks, diet modifications and compensatory swallowing techniques.
- Services provided to adults/geriatrics patients with diagnosis’ including but not limited to CVA, dementia, Parkinson’s and TBI.
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Capital Regional Medical Center
Tallahassee, FL
01.2004 - 01.2013
- Conducted evaluations and develop treatment plans for patients within the acute care setting.
- Performed, interpreted and derived reports for Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS).
- Bedside swallowing evaluations implemented with treatment plans developed.
- Diet modifications and compensatory swallowing techniques implemented.
- Education with nursing/patient/caregivers on swallowing risks and safety.
- Communication strategy education provided following implementation.
- Oral peripheral examinations performed.
- Formal/informal speech-language and cognitive assessments administered.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Florida State University
01-2003
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
Florida State University
01-2001
Minor - Child Development
Florida State University
01-2001
Skills
- Speech-Language Screenings and Evaluations
- Dysphagia Evaluations and Management
- Cognitive Screenings/Evaluations
- Allen Cognitive Level Screen (ACLS) Training
- Adept in Standardized Testing
- Caseload Management Expert
- Modified Barium Swallow Studies
- Vital Stim Certified
- Trained in FEES
- Comprehensive Dementia Training
- Patient Program Development
- NOMS certified
- Extensive Managerial Training
- Collegiate Speech-Language Pathology Supervisor
- Time Management Proficient
- Supervisor for Clinical Fellowship Year Employees
- PPS Competent
- RUG (Resource Utilization Groups) Knowledge
Certification
Licensed Speech-Language Pathologist in the state of Kentucky
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Greenwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Amedisys Home Health
01.2018 - 01.2018
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Westminster Oaks
01.2011 - 01.2013
Director of Rehabilitation, Speech-Language Pathologist
Brynwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2009 - 01.2011
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
01.2007 - 01.2010
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Eden Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
01.2007 - 01.2013
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Select Specialty Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2012
Speech-Language Pathologist, PRN
Capital Regional Medical Center
01.2004 - 01.2013
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Florida State University
Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology/Audiology
Florida State University
Minor - Child Development
Florida State University