Hi, I’m
Nicole Rechtzigel
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Certified Speech-Language Pathologist with 5 years of experience and a passion for the field, curious mind, and ability to recognize and cultivate the strengths in others. Committed to providing quality, affirming speech-language services for a diverse patient population through playful, individualized, and child-led treatment.
Overview
5
years of professional experience
3
Certification
Work History
Sora Pediatric Therapy
Speech-Language Pathologist
09.2018 - Current
Job overview
- Collected case history information from patient interviews and review of medical and educational records.
- Selected and administered formal and informal measures for screening and evaluation.
- Evaluated, diagnosed, and implemented intervention plans for pediatric patients with speech, language, voice, swallowing, and fluency disorders.
- Developed intervention plans with involvement of patients, caregivers, & other stakeholders to ensure buy in to the therapy process.
- Designed engaging activities and exercises and adapted to the patient's interests and capabilities.
- Measured patients’ performance and progress to determine discharge readiness.
- Composed initial evaluations, daily notes, progress reports, and re-evaluations using electronic medical record software.
- Established strong relationships with culturally-, linguistically-, and neuro- diverse patients and families while fostering trust and providing education and counseling.
- Collaborated with Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, school-based Speech-Language Pathologists, and other professionals to facilitate a team-based approach.
- Served as a clinical supervisor for graduate students' externship experience, providing guidance on best practices while fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth.
- Supervised a SLP-Assistant in the school setting by conducting ongoing competency evaluations, providing education and training opportunities, making case management decisions, observing and guiding treatment, and educating school and clinic staff on the role of a SLP-Assistant.
- Completed contract work for school districts in the Twin Cities metro area in various settings, including birth to 3, preschool, K-12, and transition-plus programs while establishing relationships with school staff, leading IEP meetings, and utilizing SpedForms and other documentation systems.
Education
Minnesota State University - MankatoMankato, MN
Master of Science from Communication Sciences And Disorders
07.2018
College of Saint BenedictSaint Joseph, MN
Bachelor of Arts from English And Communication; Hispanic Studies
05.2014
Skills
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Detailed documentation
- Inclusivity and advocacy
- Evidence-based practice
- Active, empathetic listening
- Rapport building
- Caregiver coaching and education
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Medical License, Minnesota Department of Health
- Pre K-12 Tier 3 Educator License, Minnesota Department of Education
- Certificate of Clinical Competence, American-Speech-Language Hearing Association
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
Sora Pediatric Therapy
09.2018 - Current
Minnesota State University - Mankato
Master of Science from Communication Sciences And Disorders
College of Saint Benedict
Bachelor of Arts from English And Communication; Hispanic Studies
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