Coordinator of Neuroscience Programs (TPT)

Singing River Health System • Ocean Springs, MS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator of Neuroscience Programs/Stroke Program Coordinator is a registered nurse responsible for the leadership, coordination, development, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation of the organization’s neuroscience and stroke programs. In collaboration with the Stroke Program Medical Director and interdisciplinary leaders, the Coordinator ensures stroke services are organized across the continuum of care and delivered according to current evidence-based practices, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.

The Coordinator oversees stroke program performance, including clinical outcomes, performance measures, case findings, trends, and opportunities for improvement. The role also oversees program policies, protocols, education, competency requirements, committee activities, accreditation readiness, and required documentation. The Coordinator serves as the primary liaison with the Stroke Program Medical Director, physicians, nursing and ancillary departments, hospital leadership, emergency medical services, regulatory and certification organizations, and the community. The position represents the Health System at community speaking engagements and events.

The role requires professional oral and written communication, proficiency with computers and related software, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, mature leadership, and decisive interpersonal skills. The position reports to the Director of Accreditation Safety and Education and supervises no staff. Work is based at Singing River Ocean Springs Hospital, with frequent travel within 50 miles and occasional travel farther within or beyond the SRHS service area; the employee provides their own transportation. The listed shift is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., though schedules may change according to hospital needs.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Currently licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Mississippi.
• BLS certification required upon hire or transfer and must be maintained throughout employment.
• Complete appropriate de-escalation training by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.
• If not already certified at hire, obtain Stroke Coordinator Certification within 12 months of beginning work.
• Communicate professionally, effectively, and courteously, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills, mature leadership, and clear, decisive interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate computer and keyboard proficiency and ability to use office technology and software, including Microsoft Outlook and Word; proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is specified.
• Demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Meet the role’s physical and mental demands, including mobility around the office and facility, extended activity, effective communication, decision-making, emotional stability under stress, meeting deadlines, attention to detail, multitasking, and maintaining collaborative working relationships.
• Provide own transportation for frequent travel within a 50-mile radius and occasional travel beyond.
• Be able to work schedules assigned, with the understanding that off days, shifts, or weekends may change according to hospital needs.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from an accredited school of nursing.
• Stroke-related professional certification.
• At least three years of proven success managing a healthcare-related service or program.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coordinate, develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate the organization’s neuroscience and stroke programs.
• Ensure stroke services are organized across the continuum of care and comply with evidence-based practices, organizational policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee program performance, including clinical outcomes, performance measures, case findings, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee stroke program policies, protocols, education, competency requirements, committee activities, accreditation readiness, and required documentation.
• Serve as the primary liaison with the Stroke Program Medical Director, physicians, nursing and ancillary departments, hospital leadership, emergency medical services, regulatory and certification organizations, and the community.
• Represent the Health System in the community through speaking engagements and events.
• Travel throughout the SRHS service area, providing personal transportation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree