Stroke Program Coordinator (RN)

Advocate Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Stroke Program Coordinator to lead stroke care protocols, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and drive evidence-based quality improvement across the care continuum.

The role requires a Bachelor of Nursing, NC RN license, CPR/NIHSS, and at least five years in ICU, ED, or neurologic nursing, with a track record in quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• RN license issued by the state of North Carolina.
• CPR and NIHSS certifications.
• Minimum 5 years of ICU, ED, or neurologic nursing experience.
• Previous quality improvement experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of stroke care protocols and quality initiatives.
• Coordinate stroke patient care across the continuum with physicians, nursing, and families to promote seamless, patient-centered care.
• Monitor and report stroke program data and performance to drive improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and deliver education on stroke prevention, recognition, treatment, and recovery.
• Serve as clinical resource and consultant for staff competency and evidence-based practice.
• Manage stroke patient follow-up, discharge coordination, support groups, and community resources.
• Maintain expertise in current stroke care standards and best practices through continuing education.
• Support clinical research and grant opportunities by identifying eligible patients and coordinating participation.
• Promote cost-effective care through case management and resource utilization across settings.
• Uphold exceptional customer service and strong relationships with patients, families, physicians, and team members.

Skills

Assertiveness

Leadership

Team collaboration

Communication

Motivation

Assessment

Data entry/reporting

Database experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Stroke Program Coordinator facilitates the stroke population for the purpose of optimizing the stroke patient's health status, utilizing holistic resources available within the system. The Stroke Coordinator renders highly professional and technical direct or indirect patient care requiring evaluative judgment, specialized knowledge, and professional skills. The individual in this position collaborates with physicians and the multidisciplinary team to ensure the highest standard of care.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Registered Nurse license issued by the state of North Carolina
• CPR NIHSS
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in ICU, ED or Neurologic nursing
• Previous quality improvement experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based stroke care protocols, clinical guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Coordinate comprehensive stroke patient care across the continuum, serving as a liaison among physicians, nursing staff, ancillary departments, patients, and families to promote seamless, patient-centered care.
• Monitor, collect, analyze, and report stroke program data, quality metrics, and performance outcomes to drive continuous program improvement and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and deliver education programs for healthcare professionals, patients, families, and the community focused on stroke prevention, recognition, treatment, and recovery.
• Serve as a clinical resource and consultant for staff, supporting ongoing competency development, evidence-based practice, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Manage stroke patient follow-up, discharge coordination, support groups, and community resources to enhance recovery, education, and long-term outcomes.
• Maintain expertise in current stroke care standards, treatments, and best practices through continuing education and professional involvement.
• Support clinical research and grant opportunities by identifying eligible patients, coordinating clinical trial participation, and assisting with program development funding initiatives.
• Promote quality, cost-effective care through case management, resource utilization, care coordination, and performance excellence across multiple care settings.
• Uphold exceptional customer service standards while fostering strong relationships with patients, families, physicians, and healthcare team members.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Assertiveness skills
• Leadership skills
• Ability to work cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team
• Competency in communication
• Ability to motivate others
• Exceptional assessment skills
• Computer skills, including data entry and report generation functions.
• Database experience desirable

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Travel to alternative care delivery sites is required
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.