Shayna L. Groh, M.S., CCC-SLP
Denver,CO
Summary
Certified speech-language pathologist with 9 years of clinical experience serving adult and geriatric populations in inpatient, outpatient, and home/community-based settings. Extensive background in diagnosing and treating a wide range of communication and swallowing disorders. Known for adaptability, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and managing complex caseload in high-acuity settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Speech-Language Pathologist
Home Care RN, Inc.
10.2023 - Current
- Provides part-time/PRN in-home SLP evaluation and treatment to diverse patients across the Denver-Metro area.
- Independently manages caseload, including scheduling, coordinating care, and interdisciplinary communication.
- Develops individualized treatment plans focused on functional outcomes and patient-centered goals.
- Adapts treatment approaches to accommodate home environments and co-morbidities.
- Completes OASIS summaries and clinical documentation using Axxess in compliance with Medicate regulations (PDGM).
- Delivers extensive education to patients and caregivers to support safety, carryover, and independence to prevent risk of rehospitalization.
Speech-Language Pathologist
InnovAge Colorado PACE
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided evaluation and treatment for geriatric participants with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in an interdisciplinary day health center and home-based setting. Therapy services were also provided in-patient facilities following acute hospitalizations.
- Collaborated with physicians, nursing, PT/OT, dietitians, and social work to develop and implement participant-centered care plans.
- Conducted dysphagia assessments, made diet recommendations, and provided caregiver education to promote safe feeding strategies and reduce aspiration risk.
- Assisted in inservice training to staff during facility transition to IDDSI diet framework, ensuring consistent implementation of standardized terminology and textures.
- Participated in IDT meetings and care planning conferences to monitor progress and adjust interventions.
- Utilized EPIC EMR for documentation, care coordination, and interdisciplinary communication.
Speech-Language Pathologist
InnovAge Colorado PACE
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Full-time SLP on the Float team for 5 PACE centers.
- Adapted quickly to varying team dynamics and center-specific work-flows.
- Completed evaluations and treatments, assisted in care conferences, and supported team with high caseload demands.
- Float position role requires high level of adaptability, clinical skill, and collaboration to maintain patient safety and quality of patient outcomes.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Ensign Services, Julia Temple Healthcare Center
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Provided evaluation and treatment for adults with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders in both short-term inpatient rehab and long-term care units.
- Developed individualized treatment plans focused on maximizing functional independence and safety.
- Conducted clinical swallowing evaluations and referred for instrumental assessments (FEES, VFSS) as appropriate.
- Delivered education to patients, families, and staff to support carryover of strategies and safe feeding practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams on care planning, discharge readiness, and restorative programming.
- Documented evaluations, daily notes, and progress reports in compliance with Medicare and facility regulations.
- Supervised and mentored graduate students and clinical fellows, providing guidance on assessment techniques, treatment approaches, and professional development.
- Utilized NetHealth and PointClickCare for documentation and interdisciplinary communication.
Speech-Language Pathologist
Vivage Skilled Nursing Facilities
07.2017 - 07.2020
- Contracted via Genesis Rehabilitation Services, Reliant Rehabilitation, and Encore Rehab.
- Provided comprehensive evaluation and treatment for adult and geriatric residents in both short-term rehab and long-term care settings.
- Developed dementia staging programs to help staff anticipate resident needs and reduce fall risk.
- Treated complex cases including dysphagia management in patients with oropharyngeal cancer and cognitive-linguistic deficits post-TBI and CVA.
- Designed and implemented functional maintenance and restorative therapy programs to promote sustained progress and independence.
- Served as Director of Rehabilitation for two years, overseeing clinical staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving quality outcomes.
- Gained expertise in Medicare PDPM, insurance billing practices, and departmental operations.
- Cultivated strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary care environment.
- Supervised graduate students for professional development.
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow
Incite Rehab, Colonel Glenn Healthcare Center
07.2016 - 06.2017
- Completed Clinical Fellowship Year (CFY) in a skilled nursing facility, providing evaluation and treatment for adults with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
- Gained supervised experience in administering bedside swallowing assessments, cognitive-linguistic evaluations, and functional treatment planning.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support patient care and discharge planning.
- Provided patient and caregiver education to promote carryover and safety across environments.
- Developed foundational skills in documentation, billing compliance, and Medicare regulations.
- Received mentoring and supervision per ASHA requirements; successfully completed CFY with a focus on geriatric rehabilitation.
Education
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-2016
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL05-2014
Skills
- Swallowing assessment & management
- Neurologic communication & cognitive disorders
- Evidence-based interventions
- Medicare, PDPM, and insurance documentation compliance
- Interdisciplinary care coordination & discharge planning
- Caregiver training & patient advocacy
- Clinical program development
- AAC device consultation and training (Lingraphica, Dynavox)
- EMR Proficiency: EPIC, NetHealth, Axxess, CORHIO, PointClickCare
Certification
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP) – ASHA , 2017 - Present
- Colorado State License – Speech-Language Pathology, 2017 - Present
- CPR & First Aid Certified
Timeline
Speech-Language Pathologist
InnovAge Colorado PACE
03.2024 - 05.2025
Speech-Language Pathologist
Home Care RN, Inc.
10.2023 - Current
Speech-Language Pathologist
InnovAge Colorado PACE
01.2023 - 10.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
Ensign Services, Julia Temple Healthcare Center
07.2020 - 01.2023
Speech-Language Pathologist
Vivage Skilled Nursing Facilities
07.2017 - 07.2020
Speech-Language Pathologist Clinical Fellow
Incite Rehab, Colonel Glenn Healthcare Center
07.2016 - 06.2017
Master of Science - Speech-Language Pathology
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - Communicative Disorders
The University of Alabama
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