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Kristen Arnette

Marianna,FL

Summary

Accomplished Speech and Language Pathologist with expertise in voice rehabilitation, swallowing disorders, cognitive communication disorders and team collaboration, currently Full time at Washington Rehab. Enhanced patient outcomes through innovative treatment plans and evidence-based practices. Skilled in dysphagia management and patient education, fostering supportive environments for recovery. Proven leader in mentoring and interdisciplinary collaboration, driving exceptional care and progress.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Speech and Language Pathologist

Washington Rehab
08.2009 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive evaluations to identify speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders across diverse age groups.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans addressing the unique needs of each patient.
  • Educated families on strategies for supporting their loved one''s communication at home, fostering a supportive environment for continued progress.
  • Enhanced the quality of life for patients with speech and language disorders through personalized treatment plans and consistent progress monitoring.
  • Optimized treatment outcomes by staying current on evidence-based practices and consistently incorporating new research findings into therapy sessions.
  • Improved patient communication skills by implementing individualized therapy programs tailored to their specific needs.
  • Monitored patient progress throughout treatment and adjusted therapy plans accordingly to maximize results.
  • Mentored graduate students completing clinical practicums, providing guidance on best practices in assessment and intervention techniques.
  • Addressed swallowing disorders with tailored therapeutic interventions, enhancing patients' ability to safely eat and drink.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, their families, and insurance providers to ensure coverage for necessary treatments.

Director of Rehabilitation Services

Signature Healthcare
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Supervised, oriented, trained and counseled department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
  • Liaised with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
  • Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
  • Promoted and followed facility infection control policies, procedures and OBRA guidelines to improve quality of care for health and safety of residents.

Speech and Language Pathologist

Kindred Home Health
08.2018 - 08.2019
  • Conducted thorough assessments to accurately diagnose speech, language, voice, fluency, and swallowing disorders in patients of all ages.
  • Streamlined documentation processes while maintaining high standards of confidentiality as required under HIPAA regulations.
  • Developed and maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate tracking of progress and outcomes.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify speech, language, and communication challenges, leading to targeted intervention strategies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to integrate speech therapy goals into overall treatment plans, optimizing patient care.
  • Educated families on strategies for supporting their loved one''s communication at home, fostering a supportive environment for continued progress.
  • Addressed swallowing disorders with tailored therapeutic interventions, enhancing patients' ability to safely eat and drink.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, their families, and insurance providers to ensure coverage for necessary treatments.

Education

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2009

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08.2007

Associate of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Chipola College
Marianna, FL
05.2005

Skills

  • Voice rehabilitation
  • Language evaluation
  • Swallowing therapy
  • Dysphagia management
  • Parent and caregiver training
  • Cognitive-communication therapy
  • Stroke recovery assistance
  • Oral motor exercises
  • Diagnostic testing
  • Caseload management
  • Team collaboration
  • Speech and language evaluation
  • Patient education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Documentation and reporting

Certification

ASHA CCC member (CCC-SLP)

Timeline

Director of Rehabilitation Services

Signature Healthcare
05.2022 - 12.2022

Speech and Language Pathologist

Kindred Home Health
08.2018 - 08.2019

Speech and Language Pathologist

Washington Rehab
08.2009 - Current

Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

Florida State University

Bachelor of Science - Speech-Language Pathology

Florida State University

Associate of Arts - Communication Sciences And Disorders

Chipola College

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