Katelynn O'Brien
St Louis,MO
Summary
Compassionate allied health professional, skilled at utilizing motivational interviewing and goal development to achieve outcomes for patients with diverse needs. With a background in speech-language pathology, I leverage my organizational and attention skills to create a positive family and client experience. I am passionate about being involved in a patient's health journey and contributing to their success.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
SSM Day Institute
Florissant, MO
09.2023 - Current
- Kept comprehensive notes on patient progress, and implemented counseling and coaching techniques to improve patient outcomes.
- Educated and assisted with problem-solving regarding underlying diagnoses, such as diabetes and hypertension.
- Trained caregivers on how best to interact with and provide care for individuals who have difficulty communicating.
- Conducted evaluations and assessed speech and language, voice, swallowing, cognition, health literacy, and medical management.
- Developed SMART goals to improve independence and achieve patient's personal goals and reduce risk of secondary strokes and hospitalizations
Speech-Language Pathologist
EmpowerMe Wellness
Saint Louis, MO
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Utilized motivational interviewing to develop the patient's personal goals and make positive changes.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to provide holistic care (nutrition, health management, and medication management).
- Delivered evidence-based intervention to rehabilitate individuals following a stroke, debility, or onset of a neurological condition.
- Integrated cognitive strategies to allow aging adults to better manage underlying health conditions and improve health overall.
- Assisted in developing treatment plans to support aging and placement (technology, safety strategies, home modifications).
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Fontbonne University
05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Missouri State University
Springfield, MO05-2021
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Treatment planning
- Cognitive rehabilitation
- Communication strategies
- Motivational interviewing
- Caregiver training
- Patient education
- Analytical thinking
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Geriatric Speech Therapy
- Goal development
Certification
- ASHA Certified Speech-Language Pathologist
Accomplishments
- Missouri Speech-Language-Hearing Association Best Student Technical Presentation Award
Affiliations
Virtual Connections Volunteer
- Prepared session plans and functional activities for adults with aphasia to improve social connection and family engagement
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
SSM Day Institute
09.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
EmpowerMe Wellness
06.2023 - 08.2023
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
Fontbonne University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Missouri State University
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