KRISTINE TUNEHORST
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Physical Therapist with several years of experience in the pediatric home health setting. Devoted to meeting the needs of patients and families with special needs. Committed to the assessment, treatment, planning, implementation, education, communication and leadership to address the physical therapy needs of pediatric patients and their families as well as foster working relationships among professionals and ancillary staff. Serving infants, children, adolescents, and young adult clients.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Therapist
NTSOC
Colorado Springs, United States
07.2012 - Current
- Provides direct patient care, evaluates functional needs and outcomes, consults with other professionals as necessary, reassesses patient status and adjusts care plan as needed to ensure optimal outcome.
- Provides physical therapy in homecare and outpatient clinic setting.
- Designs and implements plan of care based on evaluation of patient status.
- Conducts provision of therapy within accepted standards of care and in accordance with state physical therapy laws.
- Communicates effectively with clients, relatives, professional and support staff to achieve desired patient outcomes.
- Supervise supportive staff and clinicians including physical therapy assistant.
- Design and supervise home exercise programs for certified nurse assistance, patients and families.
Physical Therapist
Nurse Finders
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2005 - 07.2012
- Provided in home physical therapy services to adults and children.
- Evaluate and develop treatment plans for physical therapy needs.
- Supported patients' progress and physical health by prescribing and demonstrating at-home exercises.
- Assessed needs and instruction in durable medical equipment.
- Provided physical therapy within accepted standards of care and in accordance with state physical therapy laws.
Rehabilitation Coordinator
Girling Home Health
Dallas, TX
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Provided direct in home patient care.
- Marketing and program development liaison in healthcare and community settings. Including hospitals, physicians offices, rehab settings.
- Developed rehabilitation programs for use by clinical staff and marketing to physicians/referrals.
- Developed certified continuing education programs for discharge planners and social workers in hospital and rehab settings.
- Supervised staff of PT, OT, ST providing services in Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex and surrounding area.
Physical Therapist
Symphony Homecare
Dallas , TX
08.1995 - 12.1997
- .Provide direct patient care to adult population in home care setting.
Physical Therapist
TruCare
Dallas, TX
05.1989 - 07.1995
- Time was split between outpatient pediatric clinic, home care setting, and sub acute rehab facilities.
- Provided direct patient care to children in clinic, adults in homecare setting and adults in sub acute rehab setting.
Education
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Texas Woman's University
Houston, TX1989
Skills
- Pediatric Physical Therapist in home and clinic setting
- Adult Physical Therapist in home setting
- Marketing physical therapy programs
Timeline
Physical Therapist
NTSOC
07.2012 - Current
Physical Therapist
Nurse Finders
09.2005 - 07.2012
Rehabilitation Coordinator
Girling Home Health
01.1998 - 01.2002
Physical Therapist
Symphony Homecare
08.1995 - 12.1997
Physical Therapist
TruCare
05.1989 - 07.1995
Master of Science - Physical Therapy
Texas Woman's University