A leading healthcare organization in New York City is seeking a dedicated Stroke and Sepsis Coordinator to oversee the coordination, maintenance, and growth of its Primary Stroke Certification Program. This role focuses on quality improvement, staff education, and community outreach to enhance stroke and sepsis care and outcomes.
Responsibilities:
The Stroke and Sepsis Coordinator will be responsible for:
- Coordinating, maintaining, and expanding the Primary Stroke Certification Program in collaboration with key stakeholders
- Conducting monthly Stroke and Sepsis Program Committee meetings to evaluate outcomes, policies, and protocol compliance
- Collecting, analyzing, and maintaining stroke and sepsis data to improve patient care and performance metrics
- Overseeing data submission and reporting to regulatory bodies such as CMS, The Joint Commission, DOH/Coverdell, and GWTGs
- Providing ongoing staff education on stroke and sepsis management, prevention, and best practices across departments
- Developing patient education materials and collaborating with community organizations to promote stroke awareness and prevention programs
- Coordinating with ED and EMS providers to ensure access to and compliance with emergency stroke and sepsis treatment protocols
- Supporting patient experience initiatives by analyzing stroke-specific satisfaction surveys and enhancing care delivery
- Serving as a resource and support for stroke patients and their families, offering education and guidance
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field
- Current NYS RN licensure; advanced certifications in stroke care (e.g., SCRN) or sepsis management
- 3-5 years in stroke care, sepsis management, or related clinical areas
- Strong knowledge of stroke and sepsis protocols and best practices
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance improvement metrics
- Experience in staff training and education program development
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration across departments
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Desired Skills:
- Master's degree
- Familiarity with CMS, The Joint Commission, and other regulatory reporting standards
- Experience working with EMS providers and community outreach programs
- Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives