Registered Nurse (RN) | Stroke Program Coordinator | FT Days

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare in Memphis seeks a Registered Nurse to coordinate the Stroke Program, applying evidence-based practice, data analysis, and staff education to improve patient care.

The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 5–7 years general nursing experience (Stroke care preferred), and active Tennessee RN license with BLS; you will lead a multidisciplinary team and drive quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required.
• Master's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• 5–7 years of general nursing or clinical practice is required.
• Stroke care experience 1–3 years preferred.
• BLS certification required; RN license in Tennessee; related stroke certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess stroke patients and data systems to support effective care delivery.
• Coordinate with staff to diagnose problems, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes.
• Develop and deliver educational programs for healthcare staff, patients, families, and the community.
• Coordinate Stroke Center Program goals using a multidisciplinary approach.
• Engage in research related to stroke care and quality improvement.
• Model MLH Mission, Vision and Values and mentor others.

Skills

Stroke care

Clinical leadership

Data analysis

Educating staff

Public speaking

Research

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Data management systems

Microsoft Excel

MS Word

Database programs

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Stroke Program Coordinator | FT Days### Registered Nurse (RN) | Stroke Program Coordinator | FT DaysApply: On Campus: Methodist North Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: R-22014If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we **embrace the Power of One!**We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.The Stroke Program Coordinator provides professional, clinical nursing, and technical knowledge, skills, and expertise for the development and continuous improvement of comprehensive stroke patient care. Researches, develops, and applies evidence based practice in clinical care, patient and staff education, and the development and adherence of policies, procedures and treatment protocols, and overall plan of care. Provides data management oversight, data analysis, and reporting to identify patterns of care, benchmarked best practices, and opportunities for improvement.Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. **A Brief Overview** The Stroke Program Coordinator provides professional, clinical nursing, and technical knowledge, skills, and expertise for the development and continuous improvement of comprehensive stroke patient care. Researches, develops, and applies evidence based practice in clinical care, patient and staff education, and the development and adherence of policies, procedures and treatment protocols, and overall plan of care. Provides data management oversight, data analysis, and reporting to identify patterns of care, benchmarked best practices, and opportunities for improvement.Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. **What you will do*** Assessment: Provides clinical expertise to evaluate stroke patients, stroke protocol/processes, and associated data collection systems to support effective patient care delivery.* Problem/Diagnosis: Coordinates with the healthcare staff to identify and diagnose patient care problems, implement approaches to these problems, and evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions.* Coordinates the development and implementation of an educational program designed to convey specialized knowledge and skills to the healthcare staff, patients, families, and the community.* Coordinates Stroke Center Program goals using a multidisciplinary approach.* Actively identifies, plans, and participates in research related to stroke patients. **Education/Formal Training Requirements** * Required - Bachelor's Degree Nursing* Preferred - Master's Degree Nursing **Work Experience Requirements** * Required - General nursing or clinical practice 5-7 years* Preferred - Stroke patients 1-3 years **Licenses and Certifications Requirements** * Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association* Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing* Preferred - Neurovascular Registered Nurse - Board Certified - Neurovascular Clinicians Certification Corporation* Preferred - Registered Nurse Mississippi - Mississippi Board of Nursing* Preferred - Stroke Certified Registered Nurse - Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification* Preferred - Registered Nurse Arkansas - Arkansas State Board of Nursing* Preferred - Stroke Certified Registered Nurse - American Board of Neuroscience Nursing* Preferred - Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse - American Board of Neuroscience Nursing **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** * Progressive knowledge in Stroke care methods including data and outcomes management gained through independent clinical decision making skills.* Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.* Ability to evaluate and appropriately respond to verbal and nonverbal communication from patients with diverse states of* development (adult, geriatric).* Ability to coordinate and organize work.* Teaching skills and ability to develop/mentor others.* Ability in public speaking.* Applied knowledge utilizing tools/methods to perform clinical research and analysis in support of clinical quality Improvement activities.* Ability to review and summarize data observations and findings, present the findings in a clear and concise way, and assist with decisions related to performance improvement opportunities.* Ability to establish collaborative working relationships with patients, coworkers and community.* Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals and ability to write routine reports and correspondence.* Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, and database programs. **Supervision Provided by this Position** * There are no direct supervisory responsibilities. In a professional capacity, provides leadership for the Stroke Program. **Physical Demands** * The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.* Must have good balance and coordination.* The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.* The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.* Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.* Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.* Ability to react quickly to emergency situations. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.### Why work here?Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.### Get In TouchIntroduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.### About UsOur goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.