Gianna Cicini
Royersford,PA
Summary
Skilled communication specialist with strong expertise in diagnosing and treating speech and language disorders, cognitive disorders, swallowing disorders, and voice disorders. Adept at developing individualized treatment plans and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable, adaptable, and results-driven, with proficiency in assessment techniques, therapeutic interventions, and patient education. Recognized for strong interpersonal skills and genuine commitment to enhancing client communication abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
ACTS Retirement-Life Community
03.2023 - Current
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, cognitive and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
- Conducted swallowing therapy with patients experiencing dysphagia, improving their ability to eat and reducing risk of aspiration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Established strong relationships with patients and families, fostering trust and collaboration towards shared treatment goals.
- Developed resource materials for parents to continue speech therapy practices at home, enhancing progress.
- Educated patients and family members about various topics such as communication techniques or strategies to cope with and avoid personal misunderstandings.
- Tailored speech therapy techniques to adults recovering from strokes, significantly improving their communication abilities.
- Enhanced speech and language development in children by designing engaging activities and exercises targeting various skill levels.
- Advocated for patients' needs, securing necessary resources and accommodations in educational settings.
- Managed caseload of 15-20 residents as only SLP in the building
Speech Language Pathologist
Powerback Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Evaluated and diagnosed patients with speech, language, voice, and fluency disorders using standardized assessments and clinical observations.
- Implemented group therapy sessions for individuals with similar communication challenges, promoting peer support and increased motivation.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex communication disorders.
- Customized therapeutic interventions for culturally diverse populations, ensuring sensitivity to individual values, beliefs, and communication styles while delivering effective care.
- Developed evidence-based treatment plans that effectively addressed the unique needs of each patient, leading to improved outcomes over time.
- Conducted thorough evaluations of patients'' swallowing abilities, leading to appropriate recommendations for diet modifications or further medical referrals when necessary.
- Documented developments and regressions in patients' speech, making treatment adjustments based on latest information.
- Managed caseload of 30 patients across multiple buildings a
Education
Master of Science - Speech And Language Pathology
Salus University
Elkins Park, PA05-2022
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV05-2020
Skills
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Patience and tolerance
- Therapeutic techniques
- SOAP notes expertise
- Assessments
- Attention to detail
- Treatment Planning
- Caseload management
- Documentation and reporting
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
Certification
SPEAK OUT! Certification
NCCDP Certification
CPR Certification
- State Licensure for Speech-Language Pathologists - Pennsylviania Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist
ACTS Retirement-Life Community
03.2023 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
Powerback Rehabilitation
07.2022 - 03.2023
SPEAK OUT! Certification
NCCDP Certification
CPR Certification
- State Licensure for Speech-Language Pathologists - Pennsylviania Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.
Master of Science - Speech And Language Pathology
Salus University
Bachelor of Science - Speech Pathology And Audiology
West Virginia University
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