Marjorie Johnson
Bismarck,ND
Summary
Dynamic Speech-Language Pathologist with extensive experience at Sanford Medical Center, specializing in dysphagia management and speech, language, cognitive assessments. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through collaboration and individualized treatment plans. Skilled in VFSS and caseload management, demonstrating patience and effective communication with multidisciplinary teams and families.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Sanford Medical Center Acute Care Hospital
08.2011 - Current
- Conducted thorough VFSS, FEES, and Clinical Swallowing evaluations and treatment of patient's swallowing abilities leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary ie GI, ENT.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language and cognitive disorders inpatients with Stroke, Trauma/TBI, Tracheostomy/PMV, Laryngotomy, Progressive Diseases, Encephalopathy, Generalized Weakness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care strategies including ICU rounds 3x/wk, Home Health Hospice staff.
- Dysphagia Management and End of Life feeding
- Caregiver and family training in-patient and Home Health Hospice.
- Mentored several CFY and student internships.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Aegis Therapies
03.2011 - 08.2011
- Conducted swallowing therapy with residents experiencing dysphagia, improving their ability to eat and reducing risk of aspiration.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to diagnose speech, language and Cognitive disorders.
- Developed individualized treatment plans to enhance resident communication skills.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize resident care strategies.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Sanford Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.1991 - 03.2011
- Evaluated and treated adult patients recovering from stroke, Trauma/TBI, SCI, and other neurological conditions.
- Conducted Clinical Swallowing Evaluation and VFSS evaluations in collaboration with Radiology and ENT.
- Participated in weekly patient staffings with Physiatrist and Rehab Staff discussing weekly progress, goals, and discharge planning.
- Provided education and support to families regarding patient treatment plan.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, NDBachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
University of North Dakota
Grand Forks, NDSkills
- Adult AC, Rehab, HHH
- VFSS
- FEES
- Tracheostomy/Vent/Speaking Valves
- Trauma/TBI
- Laryngectomy
- VCD
- NMES Vital Stim
- Patience and tolerance
- Caseload management
- Multitasking
- Collaboration and teamwork
Certification
ASHA
CCC-SLP
FEES
NMES-Vital Stim
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Sanford Medical Center Acute Care Hospital
08.2011 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
Aegis Therapies
03.2011 - 08.2011
Speech-Language Pathologist
Sanford Health Rehabilitation Hospital
09.1991 - 03.2011
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Disorders
University of North Dakota