Speech Language Pathologist

PRN Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

Prestige Care Center of Plattsmouth
602 S. 18th Street, Plattsmouth, NE 68048

Schedule: PRN or Part-Time (Consistent Need for 25-30 Hours Per Week)

Make a Difference Every Day

Prestige Care Center of Plattsmouth is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our in-house rehabilitation team. If you are passionate about helping residents improve their communication, cognition, and swallowing abilities, we invite you to become part of our resident-centered team. You'll work alongside experienced healthcare professionals committed to delivering exceptional, evidence-based care in a supportive skilled nursing environment.

• Evaluate residents with speech, language, cognitive, voice, and swallowing disorders.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on physician orders and resident needs.
• Provide evidence-based speech therapy services that promote communication, cognitive function, and safe swallowing.
• Accurately document evaluations, treatment sessions, progress notes, and discharge summaries in accordance with state, federal, and payer guidelines.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, therapy colleagues, residents, and families to ensure coordinated care and successful outcomes.
• Educate residents, caregivers, and staff on communication strategies and safe swallowing techniques.
  
  Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain therapy equipment and ensure a safe treatment environment.
• Comply with ASHA standards of practice, state regulations, and facility policies.

• Current, unrestricted Speech-Language Pathologist license in the State of Nebraska.
• Meets all educational and certification requirements for state licensure.
• Current CPR certification (preferred).
• Valid driver's license.
• Knowledge of skilled nursing regulations, documentation requirements, and Medicare guidelines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care is preferred but new graduates are encouraged to apply.

The ideal candidate:

• Has a passion for helping residents achieve meaningful outcomes.
• Demonstrates compassion, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Communicates effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Is flexible, dependable, and committed to providing exceptional patient care.
• Maintains accurate documentation and strong clinical decision-making skills.

• Flexible PRN or Part-Time schedule with a consistent need of 25-30 hours per week
• Competitive compensation
• Supportive interdisciplinary rehabilitation team
• Modern therapy resources and equipment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents
• Positive and collaborative work environment