Neuro Serv Specialist RN (Midland)

MyMichigan Health; Midland (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health is seeking a Stroke Program Coordinator to oversee the development and operation of the Primary Stroke Center. This role applies neuroscience nursing and case management to post-stroke patients, serving as liaison with accrediting bodies.

The coordinator will collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation specialists, and community agencies, driving quality improvement and education for staff and patients alike.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with neuroscience nursing knowledge and 3–5 years clinical experience.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and quality improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and operation of the Primary Stroke Center program.
• Prepare and submit administrative reports and liaise with accrediting bodies.
• Collaborate with physicians, rehab specialists, and community agencies.
• Lead stroke education and ensure protocol compliance for care delivery.

Skills

Neuroscience nursing

Clinical leadership

Communication

Team collaboration

Customer service

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

RN licensure

Tools

Access

Outlook

Excel

Mysis

Job description

Summary

The coordinator of the Stroke Program will oversee the developmentand operation of the Primary Stroke Center. Prepares and submitsrequired administrative reports and serves as MyMichigan’s Primary Stroke Center liaison and works collaboratively with the American Heart Association, Joint Commission and other stroke accreditingagencies as required. This position applies nursing clinical practices and case management to patients who have suffered fromstroke by functioning as the Manager of the Stroke Program.

Responsibilities

• (30%)*Collaborates and establishes rapport with the stroke patient’s physician(s), rehabilitation specialists, and community agencies.Evaluates inpatient and outpatient stroke patient documentation and intervenes with the appropriate medical providers to assurecompliance with established protocols and guidelines for caredelivery.
• (30%)*Assists Case Management in the monthly collection and compiling ofpatient stroke core measures data. Maintain database and analyzesdata to identify continuous quality improvement opportunities inaccordance with established performance measures and anticipated outcomes.
• (30%)*Reports stroke core measures and certification required data tocentral stroke registry. Assures department compliance with allaccreditation standards including Joint Commission and MichiganDepartment of Community Health.
• (10%)*Active member of the Stroke Review Committee. Oversees and conductsrequired meetings as directed by the Primary Stroke Center MedicalDirector. Reviews data, existing care protocols and programcompliance and collaborates with the stroke medical director.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists in the development and implementation of the stroke educational program to the medical staff working with strokepatients.
• Provides appropriate and clear communication – both oral andwritten - to all customers.
• Creates a climate of clinical excellence that results in improvedpatient care and optimal outcomes.
• Maintains awareness of current national and accrediting bodytrends, practice changes and research findings related to the delivery of stroke care and shares this knowledge with clinical leaders.
• Assumes other duties including being accountable for ongoing acquisition of neuroscience nursing knowledge and skills -especially in the area of stroke and applies accordingly.
• Identifies opportunities and collaboratively works to implement newneuroscience programs and/or clinics based on identified needspresented by physicians, allied health professionals or patients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Certifications and Licensures

• BLS - Basic Life Support
• Required Equivalent Experience - Within 1 month of hire or transfer.
• RN - Registered Nurse
• Required

Required Education

Education: Bachelors Degree

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS

• Knowledge of Neuroscience nursing as normally acquired through 3-5 years of clinical experience working with neurology and/or neurosurgical patients.
• Knowledge of general nursing principles, practice skills,organizational and regulatory functions required.
• Demonstrated strong clinical leadership skills including excellentverbal and written communication.
• Demonstration of effective team interaction and strong problem solving skill required.
• Excellent customer service relations-commitment to community service education.
• Proficiency with computer applications including Access, Outlook,Mysis, Excel and Work required.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.
• An employeemay be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Marketing/speaking experience is preferred.
• Masters in advancedclinical Practice preferred.
• Credentials as a CertifiedNeuroscience Registered Nurse preferred.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving publiccontact, as well as trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latexmaterials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job asoutlined in the job description.
• Overall vision and hearing are necessary with or without assisted device(s).
• Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time.
• May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
• Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching,grasping, fingering and feeling.
• May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.