Parttime Safety Coordinator Jobs in Rutherford, NJ

Job Title: Stroke Coordinator RN

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Stroke Center

Req #: 0000260462

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $55,000.00 - $71,500.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Since 1882, Jersey City Medical Center has provided Hudson County advanced, state-of-the-art medical treatment across a broad spectrum of different disciplines. From screenings and diagnostics to life-saving, intensive care, our patients can count on a patient-centric approach that puts their comfort and well-being at the forefront of everything we do. Our medical center serves as a regional referral, teaching hospital and is also outfitted with the latest technologies to assist our professionals in providing the highest standard of care for patients of all ages.

Registered Nurse (RN) Stroke Coordinator – RWJBarnabas Health  

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement. As a Registered Nurse, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

As a Registered Nurse (RN) Coordinator, a typical day may include:  

• The stroke department is not a dedicated specific unit but rather a program that provides rapid evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for patients experiencing strokes at Jersey City Medical Center.
• The stroke coordinator's role is to coordinate the care during code strokes.  
• The Stroke Coordinator interacts in a collaborative role with physicians, nurses, and other health care professionals to advance evidence-based practices related to stroke management.
• Plans, organizes, directs, coordinates and controls clinical and administrative functions for Stroke Management services in accordance with hospital strategic plans.
• Coordinator is responsible for completion of stroke measures data abstraction for both DNV accreditation and State of NJ primary stroke certification.
• Participates in hospital wide initiatives in support of performance improvement, regulatory, and accreditation process overall.
• Investigates high risk occurrences, develops plan of correction accordingly
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes

This role might be for you if: 

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guides your decisions, even as priorities shift
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment energizes you, especially where teamwork drives outcomes
• A commitment to evidence-based practice shapes your daily work
• Empathy and professionalism are central to your approach
• Continuous learning and professional growth matter to you
• Collaborative team culture is something you actively help strengthen

To be considered for this RN Coordinator opportunity, you must hold an active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing or Multistate RN License with NJ Endorsement and a current American Heart Association BLS certification. Stroke Certification required within 1 year of Hire.  A bachelor’s degree in nursing is required, and as is prior patient care experience and comfort with electronic medical record systems (EMR) like EPIC.   Experience in stroke care, emergency department care, critical care, neuroscience, or quality improvement is strongly preferred.  This position offers a part time day, flexible schedule depending on department needs, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining balance.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing.  These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer