About this role
The coordinator of the Stroke Program will oversee the developmentand operation of the Primary Stroke Center. Prepares and submitsrequired administrative reports and serves as MyMichigan’s Primary Stroke Center liaison and works collaboratively with the American Heart Association, Joint Commission and other stroke accreditingagencies as required. This position applies nursing clinical practices and case management to patients who have suffered fromstroke by functioning as the Manager of the Stroke Program.
Responsibilities
(30%)Collaborates and establishes rapport with the stroke patient’s physician(s), rehabilitation specialists, and community agencies.Evaluates inpatient and outpatient stroke patient documentation and intervenes with the appropriate medical providers to assurecompliance with established protocols and guidelines for caredelivery.
(30%)Assists Case Management in the monthly collection and compiling ofpatient stroke core measures data. Maintain database and analyzesdata to identify continuous quality improvement opportunities inaccordance with established performance measures and anticipated outcomes.
(30%)Reports stroke core measures and certification required data tocentral stroke registry. Assures department compliance with allaccreditation standards including Joint Commission and MichiganDepartment of Community Health.
(10%)Active member of the Stroke Review Committee. Oversees and conductsrequired meetings as directed by the Primary Stroke Center MedicalDirector. Reviews data, existing care protocols and programcompliance and collaborates with the stroke medical director.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists in the development and implementation of the stroke educational program to the medical staff working with strokepatients.
Provides appropriate and clear communication – both oral andwritten - to all customers.
Creates a climate of clinical excellence that results in improvedpatient care and optimal outcomes.
Maintains awareness of current national and accrediting bodytrends, practice changes and research findings related to the delivery of stroke care and shares this knowledge with clinical leaders.
Assumes other duties including being accountable for ongoing acquisition of neuroscience nursing knowledge and skills -especially in the area of stroke and applies accordingly.
Identifies opportunities and collaboratively works to implement newneuroscience programs and/or clinics based on identified needspresented by physicians, allied health professionals or patients.
Other duties as assigned.
Certifications and Licensures
BLS - Basic Life Support
Required Equivalent Experience - Within 1 month of hire or transfer.
RN - Registered Nurse
Required
Required Education
Education: Bachelors Degree
Other Information
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of Neuroscience nursing as normally acquired through 3-5 years of clinical experience working with neurology and/or neurosurgical patients.
Knowledge of general nursing principles, practice skills,organizational and regulatory functions required.
Demonstrated strong clinical leadership skills including excellentverbal and written communication.
Demonstration of effective team interaction and strong problem solving skill required.
Excellent customer service relations-commitment to community service education.
Proficiency with computer applications including Access, Outlook,Mysis, Excel and Work required.
Ability to work under pressure.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.
An employeemay be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
Marketing/speaking experience is preferred.
Masters in advancedclinical Practice preferred.
Credentials as a CertifiedNeuroscience Registered Nurse preferred.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving publiccontact, as well as trauma, grief and death.
Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latexmaterials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job asoutlined in the job description.
Overall vision and hearing are necessary with or without assisted device(s).
Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time.
May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching,grasping, fingering and feeling.
May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.
Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)
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About MyMichigan Health
MyMichigan Health is a partnership of health providers, services and facilities in the heart of Michigan. It is a non-profit, tax-exempt health system affiliated with the University of Michigan Health. As a non-profit, all excess revenues go back into providing care, upgrading services, fairly compensating employees and creating a supportive work environment. The quality of its medical facilities and campuses have been enhanced by the generosity of local foundations and donors.
Serving more than one million residents in a 26-county region, MyMichigan Health acts as a parent organization with various joint ventures and management contracts. In fiscal year 2025, MyMichigan Health provided $243 million in community benefits and other uncompensated care.
MyMichigan also contributes significantly to the health of its local economies. Listed by Forbes among ‘America’s Best Employers by State’ for four consecutive years from 2022 to 2025, as well as named to Forbes’ list of ‘America’s Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals’ in 2025, MyMichigan is a major employer in all the areas it serves with employees having earned $815 million in wages and $147 million in benefits in fiscal year 2025.
Systemwide, MyMichigan has:
• More than 13,200 employees and operational support staff
• More than 2,400 providers credentialed within MyMichigan Health
• Annual gross revenues of approximately $5.1 billion for fiscal year 2025
• Assets valued at $2.4 billion as of June 30, 2025
• 1,123 reportable beds
What you'll do
- The coordinator will manage the Stroke Program, overseeing the development and operation of the Primary Stroke Center, acting as the liaison with accrediting agencies, and applying nursing practices to stroke patients. Responsibilities include collaborating with physicians, evaluating patient documentation for compliance, and managing the collection and analysis of stroke core measures data for quality improvement.
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