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Kirsty Livingston

Nashville ,TN

Summary

Oncology Program Director with extensive experience at Select Medical, specializing in stakeholder engagement and strategic planning. Proven expertise in evidence-based care and operational support, leading to enhanced program efficiency and improved patient outcomes. Successfully implemented innovative strategies that foster collaboration and elevate service delivery.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation Program Director TN

Select Medical
Nashville, Tennessee
10.2019 - Current
  • Developed program strategies to establish successful partnership between ReVital Cancer rehab services and TN Oncology value-based care stakeholders.
  • Facilitated training sessions to elevate service delivery and program execution internally and externally.
  • Developed innovative strategies that advanced program objectives through effective leadership.
  • Conducted staff meetings and workshops to improve team competencies.
  • Formulated strategic plans to ensure optimal program operations.
  • Tracked key operational metrics, including clinical documentation reviews, to inform evidence-based care delivery.
  • Cultivated robust partnership with Vanderbilt PMR Oncology provider to enhance access to care and execute workflow for breast cancer prehab program.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment with strategic goals.

Lead Occupational Therapist

St Thomas Outpatient Rehabilitation
Nashville, TN
01.2009 - 10.2019
  • Developed and expanded outpatient multidisciplinary therapy clinic specializing in neurological and oncology rehabilitation.
  • Provided occupational therapy services emphasizing patient education, function restoration, and quality of life improvement.
  • Established therapy role at St. Thomas West Unity Brain Tumor Board through weekly attendance.
  • Collaborated with oncologists, social workers, nurse practitioners, and surgeons to ensure coordinated care for oncology patients.
  • Mentored clinical team, facilitated team meetings, and contributed to marketing collateral development.
  • Supported executive management by providing strategic feedback on program effectiveness.
  • Liaised with community organizations to enhance patient support services.

Occupational Therapist, Day Treatment Program

Vanderbilt Stallworth Outpatient Rehabilitation
Nashville, TN
11.2004 - 12.2008
  • Developed and facilitated group programs for patients with functional deficits from CVA, TBI, SCI, and oncology diagnoses.
  • Assessed clients' physical, mental, and vocational status to create tailored rehabilitation plans.
  • Coordinated and led family meetings within Day Treatment Program to enhance communication.
  • Provided outpatient and inpatient rehabilitation occupational therapy services outside regular program hours.

Occupational Therapist/Case Manager

Community Mental Health/Acute Mental Health
, Australia And United Kingdom
03.1996 - 04.2002
  • Delivered occupational therapy services across acute, outpatient, and community-based rehabilitation settings.
  • Developed and facilitated diverse group programs to enhance patient engagement.
  • Collaborated with non-profit organizations to expand service reach and impact.
  • Managed inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation initiatives effectively.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

La Trobe University
Melbourne, Australia

Skills

  • Program management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Evidence-based care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Strategic planning
  • Patient education
  • Operational support
  • Technology enablement

Certification

  • 2007 Neuro IFRAH TBI/CVA
  • 2008 Neuro IFRAH Advanced Upper Extremity
  • 2015 St Thomas Cancer Care Oncology Training
  • 2106 LSVT BIG Certification
  • 2109 ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation Certification
  • 2020 Lymphedema Therapist Certification Klose Training
  • 2024 Integrating Early Intervention of Cancer-related Edema and SABC Program Certification

Affiliations

  • 2021 ReVital Program Director award for excellent patient experience
  • 2023 ReVital Program Director award for clinician development
  • 2024 ReVital Program Director Buffalo Award
  • Facilitator ReVital Cancer Rehab Living Well Beyond Cancer Webinar
  • Volunteer Educator Gilda's Club Mid TN

Timeline

ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation Program Director TN

Select Medical
10.2019 - Current

Lead Occupational Therapist

St Thomas Outpatient Rehabilitation
01.2009 - 10.2019

Occupational Therapist, Day Treatment Program

Vanderbilt Stallworth Outpatient Rehabilitation
11.2004 - 12.2008

Occupational Therapist/Case Manager

Community Mental Health/Acute Mental Health
03.1996 - 04.2002

Bachelor of Science - Occupational Therapy

La Trobe University

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