JOB SUMMARY: The Stroke Program Manager is responsible for providing the oversight, direction, coordination and care from admission to discharge of stroke patients. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for hiring, evaluating and managing Stroke Office personnel (including performance management and yearly competencies). Direct Reports include: Quality Management Specialist and/or Data Analyst Leads the multi-disciplinary stroke team. Provides knowledge and skill in the care of stroke patients and serves as a resource to staff, the interdisciplinary team and community caring for the patient within their specific area. Maintains quality data with the goals of achieving clinical excellence, including obtaining and maintaining Stroke Program Certification. Responsible for providing education and training in accordance to data results and trends identified. Assists in the development of policies and procedures, order sets and pathways to improve quality of care and program development. Oversees daily operations of the Stroke Office. Leads daily management system huddles Tier 1. Assists in identifying at risk stroke populations. Participates as an educator in community activities involving the Patient/Family Education Committee (PFEC) and oversees the stroke community outreach program. Develops and participates in Stroke Program marketing strategies. Uses data to predict the need for additional resources congruent to stroke population trends. Works closely with the Stroke Medical Director, collaborating with leadership team members to ensure comprehensive medical record documentation to reflect clinical treatment, decisions, and diagnosis for inpatients. Reports to the Director of Quality and Patient Safety. The position collaborates with other members of the Quality and Risk Management Departments, Medical Staff Office, the Chief Quality Officer, members of the Medical Staff leadership team, other members of the Medical Staff, Administration, and other hospital leaders and employees as necessary. The position works autonomously with minimal supervision. Interfaces with the Medical Director of Stroke and Medical Director of other various service lines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school. Five years experience as a Registered Nurse, with one in the area of concentration. Minimum requirement of 2 years supervisory/manger experience in a healthcare setting. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of Georgia. BLS and Healthcare Provider certifications required, ACLS preferred. Maintains Certification, nationally in field of specialty. Experience in teaching and/or clinical program development desired. Must demonstrate ability to work well with patients/families, nursing, ancillary staff, and physicians.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium): 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors Communicable diseases Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

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