Chest Pain & Stroke Program Lead

Glenwood Regional Medical Center; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Glenwood Regional Medical Center seeks a Nurse Leader to oversee the Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke programs, coordinating care from pre-hospital to hospital for ACS and stroke patients. You will drive CQI processes, partner with EMS and hospital departments, and align outcomes with accreditation standards.

The role requires RN licensure in Louisiana, a BSN and 5+ years in management with critical care experience, plus ACLS/PALS NRPs and CPR instruction within 18 months.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Louisiana.
• BSN is required; a Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience.
• At least 5 years of critical care in ED or ICU.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee protocols for chest pain and stroke patient pathways.
• Collaborate with Medical Directors to educate peers on ACS/Stroke care.
• Direct STEMI and Stroke Alert programs and coordinate with rural hospitals.
• Educate internally and in the community about early heart attack/stroke care.
• Coordinate CPC/Stroke Committee communications and meetings.
• Ensure accreditation and regulatory compliance for Chest Pain Center.

Skills

Verbal presentations

Excellent communication

Audience tailored communication

Self-directed work

Operate A/V equipment

CPR instructor

ACLS instructor status

PALS instructor status

NRP/NRPS credentials

Education

Louisiana RN license

BSN

Masters degree preferred

Tools

ACLS

PALS

NRP/NRPS

Job description

Glenwood Regional Medical Center seeks a Nurse Leader to oversee the Chest Pain Center and Primary Stroke programs, coordinating care from pre-hospital to hospital for ACS and stroke patients. You will drive CQI processes, partner with EMS and hospital departments, and align outcomes with accreditation standards.

The role requires RN licensure in Louisiana, a BSN and 5+ years in management with critical care experience, plus ACLS/PALS NRPs and CPR instruction within 18 months.