Stroke Coordinator (RN) - Quality
Company: Phoebe Putney Health System
Location: Albany
Posted on: April 24, 2024
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Job Description:
DescriptionJOB SUMMARYThe Stroke coordinator is responsible for
coordinating and implementing services and activities related to
the Stroke Center. He/she functions as a liaison between the
physicians, nursing staff, allied healthcare professionals,
patients and their families. Coordinates and facilitates the care
for the stroke patient throughout the continuum. Works closely with
physicians and nursing to ensure clinical care path is followed, as
appropriate. The stroke coordinator participates in program
development as it relates to the stroke center. This includes, but
is not limited to staff education, community education, and
marketing. Responsible, in coordination with the Director, for
planning, developing and implementing stroke center initiatives.
Will maintain quality standards for responsive service including
data management of key quality indicators. He/she will take a
leadership role in development and implementation of outcomes
evaluation as guided by regulatory and accreditation standards. All
employees are expected to perform their duties in alignment with
the vision and values of the organization. The person doing this
job is responsible for a variety of tasks that lead to a high level
of customer satisfaction in the most cost-effective manner with
respect and dignity.GENERAL REQUIREMENTSAdheres to the hospital and
departmental attendance and punctuality guidelinesPerforms all job
responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and
vision of the organizationPerforms other duties as required and
completes all job functions as per departmental policies and
proceduresMaintains current knowledge in present areas of
responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational
programs)Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services
and requirements and competency evaluations on time.Demonstrates
competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on
age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas,
has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific
customer service skills.Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia
Driver's License and meet auto insurability requirements as
approved by Phoebe Putney Health System's insurance company.WORKING
CONDITIONSGeneral environment: Works in a well-lighted,
air-conditioned area, with moderate noise levels.May be exposed to
limited hazardous substances or body fluids, or infectious
organisms.May be required to change from one task to another of
different nature without loss of efficiency or composure.Periods of
high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.Long-distance or
air travel as needed - not to exceed 10% travel.May be scheduled as
needed including overtimeQualificationsEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS2 year
/ Associate Degree in Nursing (Required)4 year / Bachelor's Degree
in Nursing (Preferred)EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS2 - 3 years a hospital
setting (Required)1 - 2 years clinical nursing experience,
including care of stroke patients (Required)1 - 2 years managerial
or program development (Preferred)CERTIFICATIONS AND
LICENSURESRequired Certifications/Licensures: Registered Nurse (RN)
with current Georgia license, Advanced Stroke Life Support (ASLS)
or Georgia Stroke Core Curriculum (GSCC) and National Institutes of
Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) must be obtained within 2 years of
hireGENERAL SKILLSOrganizational SkillsCommunication
SkillsInterpersonal SkillsCustomer
RelationsMathematicalAnalyticalGrammar / SpellingRead / Comprehend
Written InstructionsFollow Verbal InstructionsBasic Computer
SkillsMicrosoft Office SuiteGeneral Clerical SkillsPHYSICAL
REQUIREMENTSHave near normal vision - Clarity of vision (both near
and far), ability to distinguish colorsHave good - manual dexterity
and eye-hand-foot coordinationAbility to perform - repetitive
tasks/motionPHYSICAL DEMANDSStanding - Frequently within shift
(34-66%)Walking - Frequently within shift (34-66%)Sitting -
Frequently within shift (34-66%)Climbing - Occasionally within
shift (1-33%)Bending/Stooping - Occasionally within shift
(1-33%)Twist at waist - Frequently within shift
(34-66%)Pushing/Pulling - Occasionally within shift
(1-33%)Lift/carry up to 20 lbs - Occasionally within shift
(1-33%)Lift/carry > 20 lbs with assistance - Occasionally within
shift (1-33%)Reaching above shoulder - Occasionally within shift
(1-33%)by Jobble
Keywords: Phoebe Putney Health System, Albany , Stroke Coordinator (RN) - Quality, Healthcare , Albany, Georgia
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