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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The RN Stroke Program Coordinator is responsible for managing and improving stroke care for patients prehospital, during hospital stay and post discharge; staff education and community outreach programs related to stroke prevention and treatment. The coordinator acts as a liaison between healthcare professionals involved in stroke care, ensuring that patients receive timely and high-quality treatment. The coordinator develops and implements stroke program policies and procedures and monitors and evaluates program performance to ensure the stroke program meets regulatory requirements and standards for accreditation.

Essential Job Functions

+ Coordinates program growth and development by researching, benchmarking, piloting, process improvement, data analyzing, relationship building, sharing, teaching, building, documenting, and accrediting.

+ Manages all neuroscience community education activities internally and within the community, collaborating with other market entities.

+ Facilitates education activities for physicians, nursing, emergency medical services, and ancillary departments involved in neuroscience patient care.

+ Collaborates with the Stroke Program's Medical Director and Co-Chairs the Stroke Committee.

+ Motivates associates to participate in activities that benefit the community.

+ Maintains a current working knowledge of neuroscience patient care and works with nursing leadership to maintain quality levels of neuro/stroke care.

+ Under the guidance of quality and leadership, coordinates all stroke specific survey or accreditation efforts.

+ Serves as a liaison between the hospital(s) and local fire and EMS organizations.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

Current RN License in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required)

BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (required)

Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration or Nursing (preferred)

Work Experience

5 years' experience in Neuroscience, Emergency, or Critical Care nursing (required)

2 years' experience in patient care management or supervision (preferred)

Training

None

Language

None

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.​

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

General office environment.

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

_* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control._

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X

Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X

Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X

Stoop, Kneel X

Crawling X

Climbing X

Balance X

Bending X

Work Position

Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%

Sitting X

Walking X

Standing X

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Physical Requirements

Not applicable to this position

Hazards

Not applicable to this position

Skills

Analyzing data or information​

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Relationship building

researching

benchmarking

piloting

process improvement

sharing

teaching

building

documenting

accrediting

plans

organizes

implements

educates

performs community outreach

standardization

optimizing processes

neuroscience patient care

leadership

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

+ Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

+ Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

+ Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders

+ Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

_Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status._

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]