Stroke Coordinator-Stroke Program Full Time Days

Northwestern Medicine; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 116,049,000 - 185,678,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Professional Development

Wellbeing Fund

401(k) Matching

Excellent medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Annual Salary Increase and Incentive

Paid time off and Holiday pay

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Stroke Program Coordinator to oversee care for stroke patients, ensure data collection and continuous quality improvement, and support patient education and follow-up. The role requires RN licensure in Illinois, NIHSS certification, and prior stroke experience.

The candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team to align with Joint Commission standards and create seamless coordination of care, while contributing to community outreach and outcomes improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years RN experience.
• BSN degree required.
• Current State of Illinois RN License.
• NIHSS certification.
• Previous stroke experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the care of stroke patients in collaboration with staff and physicians.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Educate patients and provide follow-up guidance for stroke care.

Skills

Stroke care coordination

Data collection & quality improvement

Communication skills

Education

BSN

Illinois RN License

5+ years RN experience

NIHSS certification

Previous stroke experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The salary range for this position is $40.50 - $64.80 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year ($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Description

The Stroke Program Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Stroke Program Coordinator is an experienced clinician to oversee the care of our stroke patients. This key team member performs duties in support of and in compliance with The Joint Commission, other licensing/accreditation bodies, and performance improvement plans. The position requires data collection, analysis, continuous quality improvement, patient satisfaction initiatives, and community outreach, along with patient guidance, education, and follow-up for our stroke patients. The position works collaboratively with staff and physicians to create seamless coordination of care for the stroke patient population.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum of 5 years RN experience
• BSN
• Current State of Illinois RN License
• NIHSS certification
• Previous stroke experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred

• Familiarity with TJC DSC for stroke
• CNS/APN

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts a background check that includes criminal history on newly hired team members and, at times, internal transfers. If you are offered a position with us, you will be required to complete an authorization and disclosure form that gives Northwestern Medicine permission to run the background check. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, and we follow all local, state, and federal laws, including the Illinois Health Care Worker Background Check Act.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.

Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign-on bonus offered for position):

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family.