Coordinator Neurosciences - St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH • Youngstown, OH

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.
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.

Requirements

• Current RN License in the state in which they are working or covered by compact (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (required)
• 5 years' experience in Neuroscience, Emergency, or Critical Care nursing (required)

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration or Nursing (preferred)
• 2 years' experience in patient care management or supervision (preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees