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We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a RN Stroke & Chest Pain Quality Coordinator, you will play a vital role in our mission of Making Communities Healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.\nMore about our team\nOur Stroke & Chest Pain Quality Coordinator is a key leader in advancing clinical excellence and improving outcomes for patients experiencing stroke and cardiac events. This role is ideal for an experienced RN who is passionate about quality improvement, regulatory compliance, accreditation readiness, and interdisciplinary collaboration.\nWorking closely with physicians, nursing leaders, and clinical teams, you'll monitor quality metrics, support certification standards, identify opportunities for improvement, and help ensure patients receive timely, evidence-based care. This position is designed for a nurse leader who will provide oversight, direction, and vision for these programs while serving as a visible, confident spokesperson during meetings, surveys, and community forums.\nOur culture is collaborative, mission-driven, and focused on continuous improvement. Join us on this meaningful journey where your expertise, teamwork, and commitment to excellence will directly impact patient outcomes and community health. If you're looking for an opportunity to make a lasting difference beyond the bedside, this role may be exactly what you're looking for.\nHow You’ll Contribute\nAn RN Stroke & Chest Pain Quality Coordinator who excels in this role:\nServes as the Stroke and Chest Pain Program Leader and Coordinator, with oversight of all accreditation and certification requirements.\nCollaborates with physicians, nursing leadership, EMS, telemedicine partners, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and quality standards.\nLeads, chairs, and facilitates monthly Stroke and Chest Pain Committee meetings, driving accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.\nCoordinates and advances stroke and chest pain programs, including program development, staff education, performance improvement initiatives, and implementation of best practices.\nConducts daily concurrent chart reviews, communicating findings with nursing units and providers to ensure all quality measures and core metrics are met.\nReviews, analyzes, trends, and reports performance data monthly, ensuring accurate and timely entry into approved databases and reporting tools.\nLeads preparation for and participation in Joint Commission and State Health Department surveys, including mock surveys, tracer activities, action plans, and ongoing readiness.\nAssists with the development, revision, and implementation of policies, protocols, clinical practice guidelines, and standardized order sets.\nSupports high-quality nursing documentation and quality initiatives within the electronic health record (EHR).\nDevelops and delivers education across multiple venues, including staff education, provider meetings, committees, and community outreach.\nServes as the clinical point of contact for telemedicine stroke and chest pain services.\nActs as a liaison to the medical community, EMS, and external partners to promote program awareness and best practices.\nLeads and supports performance improvement initiatives using PDSA and other quality improvement methodologies.\nProvides patient and family education related to stroke and chest pain care.\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\nWhy join us\nWe believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:\nComprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - plus tailored options for part-time and PRN employees.\nFinancial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, disability coverage, paid family leave, and paid time off.\n Financial & Career Growth: Tuition assistance, loan assistance, and a 401(k) with company match.\nEmployee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care, mental health services, and discount programs.\nProfessional Development: Ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.\nWhat We’re Looking For\nEducation & Licensure\nAssociate’s degree in nursing required; Bachelor’s degree preferred\n\nApplicants should have a current RN license to practice in NC (NC licensure or multi-state (compact) license).\n\nExperience & Certifications\n3-5 years of experience in neuroscience, cardiology, stroke, and/or chest pain patient care.\nKnowledge of and involvement with accreditation and certification survey processes, including Joint Commission survey experience.\nExperience in the care and treatment of heart and/or stroke patients.\nOngoing continuing education related to stroke and chest pain care required.\nLeadership, Skills & Abilities\nDemonstrated ability to lead, chair, and facilitate meetings, including comfort with public speaking and presenting to groups.\nOutgoing, sociable, and approachable leadership style with the ability to build strong relationships.\nSelf-directed, proactive, and visionary-a true “go-getter” who can independently drive initiatives forward.\nStrong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.\nExcellent critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.\nProficient with Microsoft Office programs, data tracking and interpretation, and development of presentations.\nAbility to analyze quality data and translate findings into actionable performance improvement strategies.\nProven ability to educate, mentor, and positively influence staff and providers.\nExcellent verbal and written communication skills.\nAbility to maintain confidentiality and comply with all regulatory and organizational policies.\nSchedule:\nTypically scheduled Monday through Friday with 8-10 hour workdays.\nOccasional evening or weekend participation may be required for survey preparation, community activities, and special events.\nConnect with a Recruiter\nNot ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Haley by emailing \nMore about Rutherford Regional Health System\nRutherford Regional Health System is a 143-bed acute care facility dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients across Rutherford County and surrounding communities. As part of Lifepoint Health, we combine the support and resources of a national healthcare network with the close-knit feel of a community hospital. Through our partnership with Duke Lifepoint Healthcare, we are strengthening quality, expanding access to physician expertise and specialists, and investing in resources that help transform healthcare in Rutherford County. Here, you’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to making a meaningful difference for patients and helping build healthier communities.\nEEOC Statement\n\"Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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