Stroke Center Coordinator

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System Corporation seeks a Stroke Center Coordinator to develop and maintain the Stroke Center program, and to provide fiscal, staff, and leadership accountabilities within the department. The role requires coordinating reports, ensuring compliance with clinical standards, and guiding interdisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality stroke care.

The position emphasizes collaboration with the director, performance improvement, and effective management of stroke data,

Qualifications

• 2 year/Associate's Degree is required.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Current CPR certification is required; RN license is required.
• ACLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains the Stroke Center program infrastructure and scope of services.
• Assesses TIA and Stroke care, recommending evidence-based changes and ensuring standards are met.
• Coordinates annual Stroke Center Program report and JCAHO Primary Stroke Center certification processes.
• Leads departmental in-services, meetings, and cross-department liaison activities.
• Supports continuous improvement, teamwork, and professional practice within the medical center.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Fiscal accountability

Education

Associate’s Degree

Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Tools

CPR Certification

RN License

ACLS Certification

Job description

Job Requirements Job Summary The Stroke Center Coordinator is responsible for developing and maintaining SJMC Stroke Center Program. This role is also responsible for providing; fiscal, staff and leadership accountabilities within department.

CLINICAL & STRETEGIC MANAGEMENT:

Develops and maintains the SJMC Stroke Center program creates an infrastructure which employs an interdisciplinary approach and defines and maintains the Scope of Services for the Stroke program. Assesses current status of TIA and Stroke care and recommends evidence-based changes in TIA and Stroke care. Ensures TIA and Stroke care is practiced and documented according to the clinical standards of SJMC and ensures a well-coordinated and organized performance of care for TIA and Stroke patients. Collaborates with the director to continually monitor the level of professional practice within the medical center related to Stroke care and institutes actions or programs to ensure comprehensive patient care, teamwork and professionalism. Directs the collection and retention of all SJMC TIA and Stroke data. Coordinates production of the Stroke Center program 'Annual Report' timely to the deadline. Coordinates the JCAHO Primary Stroke Center and Certification and monitors for continued compliance for Certification.

LEADERSHIP DUTIES:

Takes responsibility for own actions, holds self and others to high ethical and performance standards, and continually strives to improve levels of individual, team, and organizational performance. Conducts and coordinates departmental in-services and meetings and serves as the liaison for Stroke Center Program with other departments. Assists with development of goals, policies, standards and plan of service for the department and coordinates activities relative to student affiliation programs as needed. Effectively leads through changes in the workplace and prepares and supports those affected by change. Provides regular and timely performance feedback; develops employees' skills, encourages growth and participates in the annual review process.

TEAMWORK & FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

Creates an environment that motivates superior performance and establishes collaborative relationships and networks to achieve objectives. Maintains and uses material, supplies and equipment in a cost effective manner and contributes ideas for cost reductions or improved efficiency without sacrificing quality. Participates in the orientation and training of other healthcare team members and performs as a clinical instructor/preceptor when necessary. Supports a culture of excellence and contributes to providing quality, cost effective services and contributes ideas for cost reductions or improved efficiency without sacrificing quality

Work Experience Education

• 2 year / Associate's Degree (Required)
• 4 year / Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)

Certification / Licensure / Registration

• CPR Certification (Required)
• State Registered Nurse License (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Benefits

Benefits

Compensation:Pay Range

$47.00- $70.54