Stroke Program Coordinator

Description:

Program Coordinator Stroke, Piedmont Columbus Midtown, FT

Programmatic initiatives for the stroke sub-service line and assure compliance with DNV stroke
certification requirements. Serves as the point of contact for stroke treatment throughout the hospital, and
works collaboratively with the Stroke Committee and other key stakeholders on all stroke efforts.
Functions as a clinician, an educator, a consultant and a researcher with the primary responsibility for
promoting quality care for stroke patients. Coordinate care of stroke patients in order to meet multiple
service needs, ensure continuity of care, and eliminate fragmentation of care and services in all settings
across the continuum.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
Three (3) years of recent and relevant clinical experience related to stroke care required.
Experience with data analysis and research required.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW:
Current License in the State of Georgia as a Registered Nurse or NLC/eNLC Multistate License.
NIHSS certification required.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelors or Masters degree preferred.
Advanced certification in Neuroscience nursing (CNRN) or Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)
preferred