Coord Stroke Program-Telestroke Program Full Time Days

Job 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

Additional Information

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.