Stroke Program Manager

• Department: Quality Assurance

• Schedule: Full-Time, Days

• Facility: Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center

• Location: Joliet, IL 60435

Responsible for the strategic development, implementation, operational oversight, and continuous evaluation of the organization's Stroke Program and related neuro care services. This role provides clinical and administrative leadership for a comprehensive,
multidisciplinary stroke program focused on delivering high-quality, evidence-based, patient- and family-centered care across the full continuum-from emergency presentation through inpatient care, rehabilitation, and transition of care. Working collaboratively with the Stroke Program Medical Director, Emergency Department leadership, inpatient nursing and physician leadership, and ancillary services, the Stroke Program Manager ensures program excellence, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and
continuous performance improvement. This role serves as the organizational expert in stroke care
systems, quality measurement, and program outcomes.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

1. Current and valid state RN license.
2. Current Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
3. Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field, preferred.
4. CNRN (“Certified Neuroscience RN”) or APRN (“Advanced Practice Registered Nurse”) preferred
5. NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) - preferred
6. Basic Life Support (BLS) upon hire and maintain current.
7. Current ACLS 30 days upon of hire and maintain current.
8. Five (5) years clinical and/or management experience in a multidisciplinary health care setting which includes a minimum of two years of inpatient experience preferred.

9. After 6 months, knowledge in the care of stroke patients using the American Stroke Association Guidelines is required.
10. Certification in stroke care or related specialty preferred (e.g., SCRN, CPHQ, Lean, Six Sigma).
11. Knowledgeable on current State Laws and Regulations as applicable to facility and Stroke program.
12. Computer proficiency in Windows applications is required (especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong working knowledge in data management, data analysis and quality improvement processes are required. Proficiency in Computerized Physician Order Entry (CPOE) and core clinical systems are required.

Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that provides employees the flexibility to tailor benefits according to their individual needs. Our Total Rewards package includes, but is not limited to, paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and many more voluntary benefit options. A reasonable compensation estimate for this role, which includes estimated wages, benefits, and other forms of compensation, is $84,281.60 to $113,422.40 on an annualized basis. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure.

The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/