Katherine McKay

• Administered standardized tests as part of thorough evaluations, establishing accurate baselines for future goal setting
• Utilized a range of assessment tools and techniques to develop targeted intervention strategies for diverse client populations.
• Provided compassionate intervention with timely documentation.
• Developed information on speech improvement techniques and non-verbal communication methods.

• Demonstrated empathy and support in all client interactions, fostering a safe and comfortable environment for therapy sessions.
• Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
• Promoted functional independence in clients by addressing a variety of speech-language related factors affecting daily living activities.
• Integrated principles from clinical research into daily practice, ensuring evidence-based and up-to-date interventions.

• Provided evidence-based speech therapy interventions for clients, increasing progress toward therapeutic goals.
• Enhanced client communication skills by implementing individualized treatment plans tailored to their needs.
• Educated family members on strategies to support their loved ones'' communication development at home and within the community.
• Developed culturally sensitive treatment approaches that respected clients'' unique backgrounds and experiences.
• Documented client progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly, maximizing therapeutic benefits over time.

· Delivered engaging activities and exercise that followed residents personal functional maintenance program outlined by evaluating therapist

· Accurately and timely documented treatment in PCC

· Supported evaluating therapist’s and PTA/COTA’s

· Conducted weekly side rail audits and daily adaptive equipment checks

· Inventoried all adaptive equipment.

· Developed and presented pertinent information to nursing staff at multiple employee skills fairs.

· Provided upmost quality of care to residents.