Stroke Coordinator / Full-Time

DEFINITION

The Stoke Coordinator is a nurse responsible for the coordination of systems and services required to maintain an organized, interdisciplinary patient centered Stroke Center. The Stroke Coordinator works in collaboration with the COO to initiate and manage operations associated with program development, performance improvement for the stroke program.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This position class oversees the Programs of Stroke, Trauma and Stemi and supportive activities and maintenance of the regulatory requirements for maintaining certification of these programs.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way would be:

Education

Possession of Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university is preferred.

Experience

1. Minimum of five years nursing practice with 2 years in critical care
2. Experience with data collection, analysis and report writing
3. Experience with computer and other productivity application
4. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills required.

Licensure/Certification

Possession of a valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

BLS, ACLS, PALS (AHA Only) and NIHSS

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

1. Nursing processes and its application to patient care for stroke, trauma and Stemi patients.
2. Principles and methods of supervision and training; Advanced management skills; problem solving techniques, and ability to enforce accountability of staff.
3. Exceptional knowledge of managerial theory and its utilization in an acute care setting.
4. Licensure, accreditation and regulatory requirements.
5. Medical terminology and hospital routine, including customer service expectations
6. Personnel scheduling, performance evaluations, group dynamics, progressive disciplinary action, teambuilding and conflict management, problem solving and management techniques
7. Clinical area under incumbent’s direction.
8. Hospital established policies, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures and Nursing Practice Act of the State of California.
9. Federal, State, and local laws and regulations governing professional aspects of nursing.

Ability to:

1. Establish policies and procedures for sub-function independently of other units
2. Identify opportunities for improvement, and guide the implementation of action plan.
3. Draw upon available resources to accomplish end results but the “how” is typically left to the incumbent to determine or effectively recommend
4. Learn, follow, and direct compliance with policies and procedures and to develop and direct compliance with unit specific policies, procedures, and standards of care/practice.
5. Interpret licensure and accreditation standards.
6. Prepare and maintain concise and complete records and reports.
7. Monitor critical practice indicators.
8. Analyze and maintain budget accountability, including management of overtime and missed meals.
9. Set, communicate, and monitor performance standards and expectations.
10. Manage time effectively; positively manage change and conflict; make sound decisions by applying productive problem-solving skills.
11. Use productive group dynamics to achieve teamwork.
12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external customers, including meeting & exceeding customer expectations
13. Keep abreast of developments in area of nursing specialization.
14. Communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
15. Handle stressful situations, including frequent priority changes and workflow interruptions.
16. Well-developed communication ability, both oral and written.