RN - Stroke Data Specialist

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama is seeking an RN - Stroke Data Specialist to identify, abstract, and report data for Stroke Center programs and to support AHA/ASA/GWTG Stroke requirements. The role involves collaborating with disciplines to ensure core measures are met and time-sensitive quality indicators are monitored.

The ideal candidate has a nursing degree with at least three years of clinical experience, data management system familiarity, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 3 years clinical experience.
• Data management system experience required.
• Experience in neuroscience nursing or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify, abstract, and report data for Stroke Center programs.
• Monitor core measures and time-sensitive quality indicators.
• Support American Heart Association/Goals for Stroke data requirements (AHA/GWTG Stroke).
• Collaborate with disciplines to ensure evidence-based practice and timely care.

Skills

Nursing background

MS Office proficiency

Data management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights:

Summary: The RN - Stroke Data Specialist shall be responsible to identify, abstract, and report on all data requirements for a primary Stroke Center, Thrombectomy capable, or a Comprehensive Stroke Program, and to support of the requirements of the American Heart and Stroke Association/GWTG Stroke as directed.

This individual will work with all disciplines to ensure core measures are met by evidence base practice, and monitor time sensitive quality indicators to assure timely care of stroke patients. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education/Experience:

Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor’s degree preferred. Minimum 3 years clinical background with relevant clinical experience. Data management system experience required. Experience in neuroscience nursing or closely related field such as rehab therapy, emergency care, critical care, or research coordinator preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Active RN licensure required

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software. Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills. Must be able to meet strict deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills. Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to remain calm in difficult situations. Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance. Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions. Ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments. Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.

Primary Location:

Baptist Medical Center South

Job:

RN - Stroke Data Specialist

Job Type:

Regular-Full time

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.