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Insight

Stroke Program Coordinator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$43 - $50/hr

The stroke program coordinator facilitates program operations and patient management in collaboration with leadership and staff. The Coordinator also functions as an educator to the patient, the ...

Insight

Stroke Program Coordinator

Chicago, IL

$43 - $50/hr

The stroke program coordinator facilitates program operations and patient management in collaboration with leadership and staff. The Coordinator also functions as an educator to the patient, the ...

Mercy

Stroke Program Coordinator

Bentonville, AR

The Stroke Program Coordinator provides leadership and oversight for the hospital's stroke program, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through quality improvement, regulatory compliance ...

Legacy Health

Stroke Program Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$57.75/hr

Your work as a stroke program manager is no exception. As you promote the use of evidence based stroke care guidelines and collaborate with clinical staff, leadership to ensure optimal care for ...

Inova

Stroke Program Coordinator

Alexandria, VA · Hybrid

Inova Alexandria Hospital is looking for a dedicated Stroke Program Coordinator to join the team. This role will be full-time, Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM). Sign-on bonus and relocation ...

Legacy Health

Stroke Program Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$57.75 - $86.05/hr

Your work as a stroke program manager is no exception. As you promote the use of evidence based stroke care guidelines and collaborate with clinical staff, leadership to ensure optimal care for ...

Legacy Health

Stroke Program Manager

Portland, OR

$57.75 - $86.05/hr

Your work as a stroke program manager is no exception. As you promote the use of evidence based stroke care guidelines and collaborate with clinical staff, leadership to ensure optimal care for ...

Legacy Health

Stroke Program Manager

Portland, OR · On-site

$57.75 - $86.05/hr

Your work as a stroke program manager is no exception. As you promote the use of evidence based stroke care guidelines and collaborate with clinical staff, leadership to ensure optimal care for ...

Inova

Stroke Program Coordinator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

Inova Alexandria Hospital is looking for a dedicated Stroke Program Coordinator to join the team. This role will be full-time, Monday - Friday (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM). Sign-on bonus and relocation ...

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How much do stroke program jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for stroke program in the United States is $45,331.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $49,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a stroke program?

A Stroke Program is a specialized, coordinated approach within a healthcare facility aimed at improving the care and outcomes of patients who have experienced a stroke. These programs typically involve a multidisciplinary team that follows evidence-based protocols for rapid diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. Stroke Programs also focus on education, prevention, and quality improvement to reduce the risk of future strokes and enhance patient recovery. They may also seek certification as a Primary Stroke Center or Comprehensive Stroke Center to demonstrate a high standard of care.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals working in a stroke program and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in a Stroke Program often encounter challenges such as coordinating care among multidisciplinary teams, staying updated with evolving best practices, and managing high-pressure situations due to the critical nature of stroke cases. Effective communication and regular team meetings are essential for ensuring seamless patient handoffs and care continuity. Additionally, ongoing education and training in the latest stroke protocols help staff remain confident and competent in their roles. Building strong relationships with neurology, emergency, and rehabilitation teams also helps streamline processes and improve patient outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a stroke program coordinator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Stroke Program Coordinator, you need a background in nursing or allied health, expertise in stroke management, and experience with quality improvement initiatives, often supported by certification such as SCRN or relevant clinical credentials. Familiarity with electronic health records, stroke registry databases, and compliance systems like The Joint Commission is crucial. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies are essential to ensure high-quality stroke care, regulatory compliance, and effective multidisciplinary collaboration within healthcare settings.
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Infographic showing various Stroke Program job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,331 per year, or $21.8 per hour.

Stroke Program Coordinator

Insight

Chicago, IL • On-site

$43 - $50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 21 hours ago

Job description

At Insight Hospital and Medical Center Chicago, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!
These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.
GENERAL SUMMARY: The stroke program coordinator facilitates program operations and patient management in collaboration with leadership and staff. The Coordinator also functions as an educator to the patient, the patient's family and hospital staff providing care to the Stroke patients.
DESCRIPTION:
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Direct the flow of patients
  • Monitor the planning, delivery and outcomes of care for the stroke patient population
  • Collaborate with other health team members to provide coordinated, safe, and compassionate care for stroke patients.
  • Actively participates in patient education validating competency levels in care of the stroke patient.
  • Works proactively with attending physicians and resident staff to ensure optimum outcomes.
  • Supports the stroke program by performing administrative activities as needed.
  • Collects and enters data for the national stroke registry and research protocol.
  • Prepares reports indicating progress and/or opportunity for improvement.
  • Ensures that the hospital meets regulatory requirements for maintaining a stroke program.
  • Coordinates and facilitates Stroke Committee
  • Fosters the professional development of unit staff through support of the orientation process and other educational activities.
  • Function as an expert clinical practitioner and role model for staff according to program needs.
  • Educates staff regarding stroke care protocols.
  • Serves as the liaison between the hospital and the community in providing education related to the stroke program.
  • Additional Duties and Responsibilities
  • Ensures that quality care is provided for all patients.
  • Trustworthy collaboration.
  • Health education.
  • Perfect skill in fostering safety and comfort.
  • Participatory - authoritative management.
  • Carries out other duties related to patient care and unit operations as assigned.
  • Uses critical thinking skills, professional judgment, and leadership, to anticipate, plan, direct and evaluate the care of stroke patients provided by a team of registered professional nurses and ancillary personnel.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge:
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
  • BSN required.

Skills:
  • Current license in the State of Illinois required.
  • Current CPR certification required.
  • ACLS certification preferred.
  • Certification in emergency nursing preferred.
  • Current experience in caring for neurology patients, CCRN preferred.
  • Current National Institute of Health Stroke Scale(NIHSS) Certification required.

Abilities:
  • Ability to relate well to professional and non-professional staff.
  • Knowledge of growth and development needs of staff.
  • Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy in carrying out work duties.
  • Ability to cooperate effectively with others, a team player.
  • Ability to delegate appropriately.

Benefits:
  • Paid Sick Time - effective 90 days after employment
  • Paid Vacation Time - effective 90 days after employment
  • Health, vision & dental benefits - eligible at 30 days, following the 1st of the following month
  • Short and long-term disability and basic life insurance - after 30 days of employment

Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.
Insight is an equal opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!

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