Stroke Program Coordinator

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

120 N OAK ST

City:

HINSDALE

State:

Illinois

Postal Code:

60521

Job Description:

Identifies and resolves issues affecting the delivery of patient care with the team. Performs quality assurance studies and assists with implementing quality assurance and improvement initiatives. Guides interdisciplinary team members in performance improvement and incorporates evidence-based practice protocols into daily operations of the stroke program. Ensures a high level of data accuracy and quality for stroke program reporting. Collaborates with community and professional organizations to further education and awareness about stroke prevention and treatment. Provides outstanding customer service and maintain respectful relationships. Other duties as assigned. Monitors departmental compliance with regulatory and compliance requirements. Assists with the marketing and advertising of programs and services. Acts as a key decision maker for interdisciplinary teams responsible for monitoring and improving program performance. Facilitates the development and implementation of stroke-related educational initiatives for staff, patients, community, and emergency medical services.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Up-to-date knowledge of adult neuroscience, stroke treatment, care, and prevention [Required]
• Advanced knowledge of sepsis and stroke nursing practice [Required]
• Ability to collaborate and coordinate with other health care professionals in the management and implementation of care within and across care settings and communities [Required]
• Ability to multitask and manage time to perform well on long-term projects, while maintaining flexibility to assimilate short-term projects on an ongoing basis [Required]
• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]
• Ability to evaluate the status of the stroke program and assist with establishing program goals for improvement [Required]
• Ability to use sound judgment to handle potentially charged issues independently and understand when to escalate concerns [Required]
• Strong leadership, organization, and collaboration skills [Required]
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills [Required]
• Knowledge of process improvement strategies [Required]
• Effective oral and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex information in understandable terms to all levels of staff [Required]
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities to achieve organizational goals [Required]
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Effective computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint) [Required]
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and PowerPoint) [Preferred]
• Knowledge related to telemedicine practice [Preferred]
• Knowledge of Joint Commission Stroke Certification requirements, Sepsis Care requirements, and AHA “Get With the Guidelines” program [Preferred]
• Knowledge of state/federal regulatory agencies, accreditation standards and national society clinical guidelines [Preferred]
• Quality improvement knowledge include but not limited to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) outcomes, Value Based Purchasing, Bundle Payment, and other national quality improvement initiatives [Preferred]
• Ability to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]

Education:
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Required]
• Master's [Preferred]

Field of Study:
• or Equivalent

Work Experience:
• 5+ clinical experience [Preferred]
• 5+ experience [Required]

Additional Information:
• N/A

Licenses and Certifications:
• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Neuroscience RN (CNRN) [Preferred]
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

Pay Range:

$73,179.07 - $129,306.76

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.