Kevin Grunden
Speech Language Pathologist
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Experienced Speech Language Pathologist with over 25 years of clinical expertise. Dedicated to providing evidence-based evaluation and treatment for individuals in need. Proficient in conducting comprehensive assessments and creating personalized therapy plans to address communication disorders. Committed to fostering effective communication skills and enhancing speech and language abilities, ultimately improving the overall quality of life for clients. Also developing as an adjunct faculty at VCU and engaging in interprofessional collaboration. Utilizing clinical expertise in dementia-informed care, speech language pathology, and dysphagia to provide consultative and educational support for scholars seeking growth in appropriate geriatric care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist
InnovAge PACE
Charlottesville, VA
10.2014 - Current
- - Screen and Evaluate complex older adults regarding Dysphagia, Aphasia, Voice Impairments, Cognitive Impairments
- - Develop holistic treatment plans to address impairments of swallow function, voice, expressive and receptive language, cognitive impairments.
- - Provide staff and family caregiver training regarding appropriate care and understanding of those living with dementia.
- - Increased patient satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality care and maintaining open lines of communication with families regarding progress updates.
- Provide Speech Pathology insight and recommendations to a comprehensive interprofessional team regarding geriatric medical care.
Adjunct Faculty
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia
06.2018 - Current
- Create interprofessional training modules regarding Geriatric care.
- Instruct allied healthcare staff in appropriate Geriatric care.
- Complete course evaluations using PDSA model
- Serve as mentor for scholars in development of capstone projects
Education
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
James Madison University
Harrisonburg, Va 09.1997 - 12.2000
Skills
Certified Teepa Snow Positive Approach to Care trainer
Multicultural sensitivity
Assessments
Oral expression
Documentation skills
Patient education
Problem-solving
Communication strategies
Clinical documentation
Critical thinking
Team collaboration
Presentations and Publications
Short Course Presenter at 2017 AOTA Annual Conference
"Combining and Occupation-Based Program and Comprehensive Caregiver Training to Facilitate Aging in Place for Clients with Advanced Dementia."
Poster Presentation ASHA 2019 Annual Conference
"Interdisciplinary Program Development & Intensive Caregiver Training to Facilitate Ageing-in-Place for Patients Living with Dementia"
Presenter Canadian Occupational Therapy Association. January 2018; September 2019
"Occupational Therapy in Dementia Care: A Comprehensive Approach to Support Aging-in-Place"
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty
Virginia Commonwealth University
06.2018 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist
InnovAge PACE
10.2014 - Current
Master of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
James Madison University
09.1997 - 12.2000
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