Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC

Posting Details

Posting Details


Job Title
Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC


Requisition Number
NR15131


Working Title
Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC


Department Name
H7100:Neuroscience Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
11


Salary Range
$29.12-45.70/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BSN

Required Related Experience


3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification


Registered Nurse (RN) + National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) + Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Physical Requirements


Staff must be able to push/pull at least 50lbs. Staff must be able to provide excellent and efficient primary patient care in a transport setting (by ground in an ambulance, rotary aircraft or fixed-wing aircraft).

Shift


Must be able to work three, 12-hour, shifts per week 7PM to 730AM; will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary


The position of the Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC is necessary for the safe, effective and efficient care of the patient. Currently managed in the Cardiovascular ICU only.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities


RNs in the Stroke Transfer Coordinator role will work in conjunction with the stroke program coordinator, respond to stroke alerts, perform data collection and auditing and manage stroke alert patient throughout the care continuum.The position of the Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC is necessary for the safe, effective and efficient care of the patient.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience


Stroke/neuroscience/ICU background

Deadline to Apply
06/07/2026


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