NICOLE CRIPPEN SCHREMP, PT, DPT, PCS
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Pediatric Clinical Specialist I
Pediatric Physical Therapy Resident | Post-Doctoral Fellow: Leadership & Education in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND)
ABOUT ME
"The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to gift it away." ~Shakespeare
This site provides a glimpse into my passions, core values, and each of the elements that have been integral in my journey in becoming a Doctor of Physical Therapy. With each patient encounter, I strive to leverage my life’s experiences and passions to influence and empower my patients to live fuller lives, feel good, and achieve their potential.
I am deeply committed to the craft of physical therapy and the well-being of my patients. This pledged commitment, coupled with my curiosity and love of learning, are driving forces in my quest to continue to grow both individually and professionally with each passing day.
WHY PEDIATRICS
"What I know is, that if you do work you love, and the work fulfills you, the rest will come" ~Oprah Winfrey
SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS
Hardendt, S, Dawson, J, Schremp, N, et. al. “Implementation of a Multidisciplinary Tracheostomy/Ventilator Therapy Group on an Inpatient Pediatric Unit to Promote Development and Caregiver Confidence” October 2023; aInternational Tracheostomy Symposium 2023. Abstract #518
PUBLICATIONS AND AWARDS
Scott, K, Wissinger, J, Hand, B, Heathcock, J. Considering Domain-Specific Experiential Learning: Self-Efficacy in Pediatric Physical Therapy Education. Pediatric Physical Therapy Journal. July 2021: 33 (3):163-169 - Clinical Bottom-Line Author (March 2021)
National Physical Therapy Student Honors Society (2019)
PASSION FOR PEDIATRICS
Children light me up. They inspire me. They bring me joy. Since I was a teenager, I have loved spending time with children and have had what others called a "motherly instinct”. In the past few years, I've seen this passion for pediatrics shine through in physical therapy. I'm driven to make a difference in a child's life. I believe physical therapy provides a platform that helps the child achieve specific goals and improve their participation. I'm passionate in helping the child achieve their highest physical abilities and improving their quality of life.
PEDIATRIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Torticollis Training Day by Children's Hospital Colorado (Oct. 2023)
Neonatal Touch and Massage Certification (May 2023)
APTA Level 1 Clinical Instructor Credentialing Course (Dec. 2022)
American Board of Pediatric Physical Therapy - Pediatric Certified Specialist (Jun. 2022)
LINKED: Breathing and Postural Control, Part 1 by Mary Massery (Jun. 2022)
Children's Hospital Colorado Facilitation Collaborative - Inpatient Cohort (Feb. 2022 - Oct. 2022)
Advanced Clinical Practice in Pediatrics Course: APTA (Oct. 2021)
What’s New in Cerebral Palsy? Presented by Ginny Paleg (Apr. 2021)
Institute Toe Walking Intensive: Cascade DAFO (Mar. 2021)
SPIO Training (Feb. 2021)
Vision Screening (Birth to Three): A Shared Vision (Feb. 2021)
Training in Early Detection for Early Intervention: Newcastle University (Feb. 2021)
Parent Child Relationships: Facilitating A Joyful and Sensitive Environment: Colorado PSIG (Jan. 2021)
COVID-19 Child Health Advocacy Forum: Colorado PSIG (Jun. 2020)
Spinal Muscular Atrophy: Current Advances in Treatment and Recommendations for Evaluation and
Rehabilitation Online: Stanford Medicine (Jun. 2020)
The PTs Understanding and Role of Children Diagnosed as Failure to Thrive: Colorado PSIG (Mar. 2020)
2020 APTA Combined Sections Meeting (CSM) (Feb. 2020)
Academy of Pediatrics Physical Therapy 2019 Annual Conference (APPTAC) (Nov. 2019)
Pediatric Orthotics: Team Problem-Solving for Optimal Outcomes: Presented by Tom DiBello (Oct. 2019)
Gait: Evidence-Based Examination and Treatment of Individuals Across the Continuum of Care: Presented by Cory Christiansen (CU PT), Susan Kanai (Children’s Hospital Center for Gait and Movement Analysis) (May 2019)
Legislative Action Day & National Colorado APTA Advocacy Dinner: Colorado Chapter APTA (Mar. 2019)
“It’s a 2-way street: A model for feedback between CI and Student”: Colorado Chapter APTA (Mar. 2019)
2019 APTA Combined Sections Meeting (Jan. 2019)
Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy Business Meeting CSM 2019 (Jan. 2019)
Community Collaboration Day: Children’s Hospital Colorado Department of Rehabilitation & Therapy (Dec. 2018)
Ball Skills in Pediatric Physical Therapy: Colorado PSIG Q4 meeting (Nov. 2018)
Opioid Education Day: Presented by CU Physical Therapy (Sept. 2018)
2017 APTA National Student Conclave (Oct. 2017)
MEMBERSHIPS
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- American Physical Therapy Association Pediatrics
- Colorado Chapter American Physical Therapy Association
- Colorado Chapter Pediatric Special Interest Group
- National Physical Therapy Student Honors Society
UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY RESIDENCY PROGRAM
CLINICAL EXPERIENCES (WITH INDEPENDENT PATIENT CASELOAD)
Early Intervention (children birth – 3 years)
The Rise School of Denver – Preschool
Cherry Creek School District – Early Childhood Education, K-12
Cherry Creek School District – Child Find
Adam’s Camp Early Start Therapy Camp (children 1-4 years)
University of Colorado Hospital – Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Muscular Dystrophy Multidisciplinary Clinic
Children’s Hospital Colorado Outpatient, Highlands Ranch – Orthopedic and Neurodevelopmental
Children’s Hospital Colorado Inpatient, Colorado Springs – Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Children’s Hospital Colorado Inpatient, Anschutz Medical Campus – Acute Care, Heart Institute, Oncology, Rehab
TEACHING EXPERIENCES (UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO DOCTOR OF PHYSICAL THERAPY PROGRAM)
Musculoskeletal II: Lab Assistant (fall semester 2020)
Pediatric Elective: Telehealth Module and Transition to Adulthood (presentations in summer semester 2021)
Human Growth and Development: Testing and Filming of Peabody Developmental Motor Scales (PDMS)–2 (fall semester 2020)
Clinical Reasoning III: Teaching Assistant (spring semester 2021)
body Developmental Motor Scales – 2 Testing and Filming
Clinical Reasoning III: Teaching Assistant
OTHER EXPERIENCES
Lead journal club nationally (Oct. 2020) “Documenting Physical Therapy Dose for Individuals with Cerebral Palsy”
Lead journal club locally (Jan. 2021) “Physical Therapy Management of Children with Developmental Coordination Disorder”
Observation in Children’s Hospital Colorado-Clinics: Neuromuscular, Rhett, Foot Management, and Cystic Fibrosis
Participant in National (quarterly) and Local (monthly) Journal Club
Participant in University of Colorado Hospital Neurology Grand Rounds (bi-annual)
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
"The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice" ~Brian Herbert
TEXAS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL
Clinical Experience III - Inpatient Acute Care Oncology & Hematology
SERVICE
"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give." Winston Churchill
ACADEMY OF PEDIATRIC PHYSICAL THERAPY CONFERENCE, VOLUNTEER (ONCE) - NOV. 2019
PEDIATRIC SPECIAL INTEREST JOURNAL CLUB, CU ANSCHUTZ STUDENT COORDINATOR (MONTHLY) - MAR. 2018 – AUG. 2019
DEDICATED TO AURORA’S WELLNESS AND NEEDS (DAWN) CLINIC, VOLUNTEER (QUARTERLY) - JAN. 2018 – AUG. 2019
STOUT STREET CLINIC, VOLUNTEER (SEMI-ANNUAL) - JAN. 2018 – AUG. 2019
PHYSICAL THERAPY INTERVIEW DAY, UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO ANSCHUTZ, VOLUNTEER (TWICE) - JAN. 2018 & AUG. 2019
NIGHT OWLS RESPITE PROGRAM, VOLUNTEER (MONTHLY) - JUL. 2017 – AUG. 2019
CORE VALUES
ADVENTURE
"We must all take adventures to know where we truly belong." ~Anonymous
I love to travel and experience other cultures. I've visited 21 countries and lived in NYC, Santa Monica, and Sydney prior to making a home in Denver. I have an affinity for nature as it grounds me and makes me feel at ease. I also enjoy scuba diving, hiking, trail running, and snowboarding. I am always up for trying new things!
COMMUNITY
"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, What are you doing for others?" ~Martin Luther King
I've lived and worked in many different places and settings and have found that being part of a community that shares my core values and goals is important to me. I thrive learning from others and being challenged to further develop personally and professionally.
CONNECTION
"Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better." ~Dr. Seuss
I am dedicated to building strong relationships with my patients, family, friends, and colleagues. I value personal connections that create more meaningful experiences and I am committed to fostering authentic connections with each and every patient.
GOALS
"If it doesn't challenge you, it won't change you" ~Fred DeVito
ONE YEAR GOALS
Become certified in TMR and the GMA to improve my patient care, support family goals, and further my professional development.
FIVE YEAR GOALS
Contribute to pediatric research
Celebrate four years as an APTA certified clinical instructor
TEN YEAR GOALS
Obtain a leadership role with the Academy of Pediatric Physical Therapy
LEADERSHIP
Interview with Dr. Suzann Campbell, PT, PhD, FAPTA
"Be a good example for the people you work with - those under you and parallel to you. Be sure to demonstrate your values by your actions."
Leadership
"Know how to read other people to truly see what motivates them. Make connections with others and keep them up!"
Motivation & Connection
"It's critical to get and stay involved with the APTA and the Pediatric Section...the organization gave me the opportunity to learn and develop leadership skills."