Registered Nurse - Stroke & Chest Pain Quality Specialist

1017 Lehigh Valley Hospital - Hazleton; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) in Hazleton seeks a dedicated nursing professional to support the Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Program. This role focuses on implementing protocols, data management, and program performance improvement in collaboration with network and local leadership.

The candidate should hold a Bachelor’s in Nursing, PA RN license, and 5+ years in medical-surgical or ER nursing with neurology/cardiology background, plus strong project management and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field is required.
• RN license in Pennsylvania at hire or soon after.
• Experience in medical-surgical or ER nursing with neurology or cardiology background.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and data-driven quality initiatives.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates activities to support Primary Stroke Center Certification and Chest Pain Accreditation.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates care for stroke and chest pain patients.
• Delivers patient care based on the medical plan for stroke and chest pain protocols.
• Abstracts data into Stroke Registry and Chest Pain registry.
• Manages data collection and data management responsibilities.
• Develops and delivers presentations to teams supporting program performance improvement.
• Ensures compliance with post-survey activities and accreditation standards.

Skills

Medical-surgical nursing

Emergency nursing

Neurology experience

Cardiology experience

Data management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

RN - Licensed Registered Nurse (PA)

ACLS

BLS - Basic Life Support

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward‑thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Assists in the implementation and program management of both the Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Program. Develops, implements, and monitors treatment protocols and performance improvement activities. Oversees keeping up with programmatic, leading accrediting bodies and regulatory standards. Works in conjunction with both the network and local leadership to facilitate programs.

Job Duties

• Coordinates activities to support Primary Stroke Center Certification and Chest Pain Accreditation.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates the care for stroke and chest pain patients.
• Delivers patient care based on the medical plan of treatment for stroke and chest pain protocols.
• Abstracts all required data elements into Stroke Registry and Chest Pain registry.
• Assumes responsibility of data collection and data management.
• Develops and delivers effective presentations to work teams supporting stroke and chest pain program performance improvement activities.
• Ensures compliance with post-survey activities including Evidence of Standards Compliance development, implementation, and monitoring.
• Serves as the local subject matter expert during accreditation and survey cycles and educates staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a nursing or related field.
• 5 years experience as a medical/surgical or emergency room nursing and 2 years experience with a background in neurology and/or cardiology.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Basic computer skills including data entry.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania (Upon Hire)
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - State of Pennsylvania (Upon Hire)
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania (Upon Hire)

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift

Day Shift

Address

700 E Broad St

Primary Location

Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton

Position Type

Onsite

Union

Not Applicable

Work Schedule

M-F 0800-1630

Department

1017-00161 Nursing Admin

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community.

LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values – Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence – you will have a rewarding and successful career here.