Stroke Coordinator-Stroke Program Full Time Days

Northwestern Memorial Healthcare; Palos Park (IL); On-site; USD 116,049,000 - 185,678,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Loan forgiveness

401(k) matching

Lifecycle benefits

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Stroke Program Coordinator to oversee the care of our stroke patients. This role emphasizes data collection, continuous quality improvement, and patient follow-up.

The position requires a BSN, 5+ years of RN experience, Illinois RN license, NIHSS certification, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Collaboration with staff and physicians ensures seamless coordination of care for stroke patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years RN experience.
• BSN degree required.
• Current State of Illinois RN License.
• NIHSS certification.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Oversee stroke patient care and coordinate across care teams.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and continuous quality improvement.
• Drive patient satisfaction initiatives and follow-up education with families.

Skills

RN Experience

Clinical Coordination

Data collection

Education

BSN

Illinois RN License

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Stroke Coordinator-Stroke Program Full Time Days

• Full-time
• Salary Range Minimum : $40.50
• Salary Range Maximum: $64.80
• Compensation: USD 40.5 - USD 64.8 - hourly

At Northwestern Medicine, every patient interaction makes a difference in cultivating a positive workplace. This patient-first approach is what sets us apart as a leader in the healthcare industry. As an integral part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to join our quest for better health care, no matter where you work within the Northwestern Medicine system. We pride ourselves on providing competitive benefits: from tuition reimbursement and loan forgiveness to 401(k) matching and lifecycle benefits, our goal is to take care of our employees. Ready to join our quest for better?

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.

Required:

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

Preferred

• Familiarity with TJC DSC for stroke
• CNS/APN

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.

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.

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 ourBenefits 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.