Stroke Coordinator (FT- 1 fte)

Position Summary:

The Stroke Coordinator is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the stroke services. This position is responsible for overseeing the quality standards of care, professional documentation, oversight and development of policies and procedures, and program certification.

Minimum Qualifications:

Required

• Bachelors Degree of Science in Nursing
• Montana Licensure (Registered Nurse)
• American Heart Association BLS
• American Heart Association ACLS
• National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certificate required within 6 months of hire
• Three years clinical experience in a critical care setting
• Three years’ experience in stroke care

Preferred

• Master's Degree
• Other stroke related certifications (ANVP, NVRN, CNRN, CCRN, CCNS, CNRN, CEN)
• Experience leading a stroke program through a review
• Experience writing policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Two years of experience in health care program management

Essential Job Functions:

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Oversees Stroke Clinical Practice
• Assists in the development, implementation and assessment of performance improvement programs related to stroke care.
• Supervision of the Stroke Registry
• Provides Stroke Education
• Provides Leadership to overall Stroke Program
• Consultation and Liaison by serve as an internal resource for staff in all departments, and act as an extended liaison for EMS agencies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgement, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Ability to work in a busy and stressful environment
• Creativity, problem analysis and decision making
• Ability to work varied shifts
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity and maintains confidentiality
• Self-directed, completes assignments accurately, thoroughly and with minimal oversight
• Strong emotional intelligence, interpersonal and teamwork skills

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, Pushing, and Pulling: Support 50 pounds of weight (patient, assist with bedside needs, etc.) Lift 50 pounds (pick up a child, transfer a patient, etc.) Carry equipment/supplies. Use upper body strength (CPR, physically restrain patient, etc.)
• Extended Hours: The role may involve working for extended periods, requiring sitting, walking, or standing for eight or more hours daily.
• Flexible Schedule: The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-Call Availability: On-call work may be required to respond to organizational and patient needs promptly.
• Effective Communication: Proficient in effective communication, both in person and through various technologies.
• Handling Challenging Situations: The role may involve dealing with upset individuals, requiring the ability to de-escalate situations and work effectively with frustrated patients or families.
• Repetitive Tasks: Ability to perform repetitive tasks as needed to fulfill job responsibilities.

Exposures

Tasks Include Potential Exposure: Job tasks may involve exposure to:

• Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues.
• Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed
• Various chemicals and medications used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances.
• Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses
• Emotionally challenging situations, such as dealing with distressed patients or difficult family interactions.

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