Speech Language Pathologist

Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PRN Flexibility

Meaningful Work

Positive Work Environment

Resident-Centered Care

Training & Support

Collaborative Care

Job summary

Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing in Suffolk, VA is seeking a compassionate Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis. You will deliver skilled speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing services to residents, with emphasis on independence and quality of life.

As part of an interdisciplinary team, you will evaluate and treat residents, develop measurable goals, educate families, and collaborate on patient-centered plans.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current and valid SLP license/registration in the state.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents referred for SLP services.
• Assess communication, cognitive, speech and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with measurable goals.
• Provide therapy per physician orders and plans of care.
• Treat speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment approaches.
• Complete evaluations, daily notes, progress notes and discharge docs.
• Educate residents, families, and staff on goals and strategies.
• Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary team.
• Recommend diet, swallowing safety and communication strategies.
• Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology

Job description

Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)

PRN

Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing
Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | Resident-Centered Care

Help Residents Find Their Voice, Strengthen Their Independence, and Live Better.

At Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing, we believe quality care begins with compassionate people who are committed to making a difference. As a skilled nursing and rehabilitation community, we provide resident-centered, quality-focused care while fostering a supportive workplace where our team members can thrive.

We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) to join our rehabilitation team on a PRN basis.

Why Join Nans Pointe?

• PRN Flexibility – Enjoy a schedule that works with your professional and personal commitments.
• Meaningful Work – Help residents improve communication, cognition, swallowing, and overall quality of life.
• Positive Work Environment – Join a collaborative team that values respect, teamwork, and compassion.
• Resident-Centered Care – Develop individualized treatment approaches based on each resident’s unique needs and goals.
• Excellent Training & Support – Grow your clinical skills while working alongside an interdisciplinary rehabilitation team.
• Collaborative Care – Partner with nursing, therapy, physicians, residents, and families to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Your Role as a Speech-Language Pathologist

As an SLP, you will provide skilled speech, language, cognitive, and swallowing services designed to help residents achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate residents referred for speech-language pathology services.
• Assess communication, cognitive, speech, language, and swallowing needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans with realistic and measurable goals.
• Provide skilled therapy in accordance with physician orders and established plans of care.
• Treat residents with speech, language, cognitive-communication, and swallowing disorders as clinically appropriate.
• Monitor resident progress and modify treatment approaches based on clinical needs and response to therapy.
• Complete accurate and timely evaluations, daily treatment notes, progress notes, re-certifications, and discharge documentation.
• Educate residents, families, caregivers, and staff regarding therapy goals, strategies, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with nursing and the interdisciplinary team to promote coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Make appropriate recommendations regarding diet, swallowing safety, communication strategies, and functional needs within the scope of practice.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA, Federal Residents’ Rights, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Rehabilitation.

What We're Looking For

• Graduate of an accredited Speech-Language Pathology program.
• Current and valid Speech-Language Pathologist license/registration in the state of practice.
• Strong clinical, communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach to resident care.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.
• Long-term care and/or geriatric experience preferred, but not required.

Make Your Clinical Expertise Matter

Every resident deserves the opportunity to communicate, participate, connect, and live as independently as possible.

At Nans Pointe Rehabilitation and Nursing, your expertise as an SLP can make a meaningful difference — one resident, one goal, and one success at a time.

Bring your skills. Bring your compassion. Bring your best you.