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Robin Szczoczarz

Cumberland,RI

Summary

Knowledgeable Director with comprehensive background in rehabilitation services and program management. Proven track record of developing and implementing successful rehabilitation programs, fostering patient recovery and staff excellence. Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning skills, ensuring effective team collaboration and high-quality patient outcomes. Very compassionate in my role as a Leader and clinician. I worked through COVID with increasing my team to 20 therapists and assisting with Facility Staffing. I have a long and knowledgeable background approaching 20 years and have built a rapport with many Therapists willing to work under myself as a trusted Leader. Very thorough with communication to the entire IDT and family members. Strive to have Virtual and or in person home evaluations to ensure safety with re- entry to community to assist with decreasing rehospitalization rates. Maintained CMI of 1.30 in current 80 bed facility, as well as consulted into sister facility to implement systems for improving CMI and overall communication with IDT.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Director of Rehabilitation/Clinical Case Manager

Eden
03.2023 - Current
  • Direct rehabilitation programs to enhance patient recovery and quality of care.
  • Manage interdisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals for optimal patient treatment plans.
  • Evaluate program effectiveness through data analysis, leading to continuous improvement in service delivery.
  • Manage departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum patient benefit.
  • Supervise, oriente, train and counsel department employees to improve job performance and maintain high standards of patient care.
  • Promoting a safe working environment by enforcing proper use of equipment, maintaining cleanliness standards, and conducting regular safety audits.
  • Coordinating comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition from rehabilitation to home or other facilities.
  • Liaise with patients, families and support departments to adequately plan for patient rehabilitation needs.
  • Direct and manage case management
  • Perform CMS Audits in multiple facilities
  • Perform all Acentra appeals


Director of Rehabilitation/ COTA-L

Health Concepts (Riverview Nursing Home)
01.2019 - 01.2023
  • Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing innovative rehabilitation programs.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing proper use of equipment, maintaining cleanliness standards, and conducting regular safety audits.
  • Established interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient care plans and maximize functional gains.
  • Optimized workflow efficiencies through strategic scheduling, reducing wait times for therapy sessions.
  • Increased staff retention through effective training, mentorship, and performance evaluation systems.
  • Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance clinical decision-making and improve treatment outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and timely reporting.
  • Contributed to the success of multidisciplinary team meetings by facilitating open communication between providers about patient progress and care plan adjustments.
  • Coordinated comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition from rehabilitation to home or other facilities.
  • Led continuous quality improvement initiatives resulting in improved facility performance metrics.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.

Director of Rehabilitation/ COTA-L

Health Pro Heritage ( Riverview Nursing Home)
06.2018 - 01.2019
  • Developed programs appropriate to needs of residents in facility to achieve highest feasible level of functioning.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes by developing and implementing innovative rehabilitation programs.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing proper use of equipment, maintaining cleanliness standards, and conducting regular safety audits.
  • Established interdisciplinary collaboration to optimize patient care plans and maximize functional gains.
  • Optimized workflow efficiencies through strategic scheduling, reducing wait times for therapy sessions.
  • Increased staff retention through effective training, mentorship, and performance evaluation systems.
  • Maintained appropriate and adequate staffing and scheduling of residents on caseloads.
  • Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance clinical decision-making and improve treatment outcomes.
  • Ensured compliance with state and federal regulations by maintaining accurate documentation and timely reporting.
  • Contributed to the success of multidisciplinary team meetings by facilitating open communication between providers about patient progress and care plan adjustments.
  • Coordinated comprehensive discharge planning to ensure a smooth transition from rehabilitation to home or other facilities.
  • Led continuous quality improvement initiatives resulting in improved facility performance metrics.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.

Director of Rehabilitation/ COTA-L

Health Pro Heritage ( Pine Grove)
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Led interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement evidence-based rehabilitation programs.
  • Streamlined patient care processes, enhancing service delivery and improving patient outcomes.
  • Mentored and trained staff on best practices in rehabilitation techniques and patient interaction.
  • Analyzed program effectiveness using clinical data to drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Director of Rehab Services/COTA-L

Therapy Resources Management ( Multiple Homes)
01.2007 - 06.2015
  • Perform ADL tasks, increasing safety awareness for functional activities.
  • Increasing independence in all areas needed to perform highest level of function.
  • Collaborated with occupational therapists to assess patient needs and progress effectively.
  • Educated patients and families on therapeutic techniques and home exercise programs for improved outcomes.
  • Monitored patient progress, documenting changes in condition to inform treatment adjustments.
  • Led multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive delivery of rehabilitative care, improving team collaboration and communication.
  • Analyzed patient data to identify trends, informing strategic initiatives that optimized service delivery and outcomes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare providers to create comprehensive treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs and goals.
  • Managed departmental budget, ensuring optimal resource allocation for maximum patient benefit.
  • 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.
  • Streamlined operational processes for increased efficiency in patient care delivery.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members, offering constructive feedback and setting clear expectations for ongoing improvement.

Waitress/ Bartender

Mozzarella's Grill and Bar
06.2005 - 06.2007

Education

Associate in Science Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant Technology

New England Institute of Technology
Warwick, RI
12.2006

Skills

  • Clinical expertise
  • Therapeutic techniques
  • Outcome measurement
  • Performance improvement

Certification

  • American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA)
  • American Heart Association, Healthcare Provider (CPR & AED)

Timeline

Director of Rehabilitation/Clinical Case Manager

Eden
03.2023 - Current

Director of Rehabilitation/ COTA-L

Health Concepts (Riverview Nursing Home)
01.2019 - 01.2023

Director of Rehabilitation/ COTA-L

Health Pro Heritage ( Riverview Nursing Home)
06.2018 - 01.2019

Director of Rehabilitation/ COTA-L

Health Pro Heritage ( Pine Grove)
06.2016 - 06.2018

Director of Rehab Services/COTA-L

Therapy Resources Management ( Multiple Homes)
01.2007 - 06.2015

Waitress/ Bartender

Mozzarella's Grill and Bar
06.2005 - 06.2007

Associate in Science Degree - Occupational Therapy Assistant Technology

New England Institute of Technology

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