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Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Program Manager, Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke. This position can be home-based.
The Program Manager, Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke, supports clinical quality improvement programs that advance evidence-based stroke care and improve patient outcomes. Applying clinical knowledge, quality improvement principles, and registry data, this individual supports Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke programs, clinical education, performance measurement, and implementation activities. Working with healthcare professionals, volunteers, hospitals, health systems, and cross-functional teams, the role translates clinical evidence and quality data into practical resources and improvement strategies.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
Contribute to stroke quality improvement initiatives through assigned development, implementation, and evaluation activities aligned with evidence-based care and Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke achievement and quality measures.
Manage project plans, timelines, deliverables, and resources for Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke initiatives, tracking progress, risks, and dependencies and reporting status to leadership and stakeholders.
Support project plan development by compiling and synthesizing feedback from physicians, nurses, stroke coordinators, quality professionals, volunteers, and other stakeholders to inform project priorities and activities.
Review and interpret registry, benchmarking, and performance data to identify trends, variation, and improvement opportunities, and develop data-informed recommendations.
Support the translation of clinical evidence, guideline updates, and registry findings into practical resources, tools, and implementation approaches.
Support the development and delivery of clinical education, webinars, learning collaboratives, presentations, and publications in partnership with subject matter experts.
Develop and produce implementation guides, checklists, and reference materials for healthcare professional audiences, ensuring content is clear, practical, and tailored to user needs.
Partner with cross-functional teams to incorporate clinical perspectives into program activities and support research and implementation efforts using Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke data.
Support meeting preparation for the Stroke System of Care Advisory Group by compiling and organizing agendas, slide presentations, and other meeting materials.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
3 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of acute stroke care, secondary stroke prevention, stroke systems of care, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
Experience in clinical care, healthcare quality improvement, clinical education, clinical program management, or a related healthcare setting.
Experience working with clinical guidelines, quality measures, healthcare performance data, or quality improvement initiatives.
Understanding quality improvement methodologies, performance measurement, stroke certification and accreditation, and hospital quality reporting.
Ability to interpret clinical evidence, registry data, and quality metrics and translate findings into practical resources and implementation strategies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation, and facilitation skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals, volunteers, and multidisciplinary, cross-functional stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deliverables within established timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in nursing, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field.
Professional certification in stroke care, neuroscience nursing, healthcare quality, or a related specialty.
Experience with clinical registries, healthcare performance measures, or hospital quality improvement programs.
Familiarity with Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke, Joint Commission or DNV Stroke Certification, CMS quality measures, or comparable programs.
Experience developing or presenting clinical or quality improvement content for healthcare professional audiences.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected pay range will be $70,000 - $90,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
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Posted Date 4 hours ago (11/12/2026 11:17 AM)
Requisition ID 2026-18399
Job Category Health Strategies
Position Type Full Time
American Heart Association Offers
- Health Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Disability & Insurance
- Well onTarget – Wellness Program
- Holidays & Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Overview
Since our founding in 1924, we've cut cardiovascular disease deaths in half, but there is still so much more to do. To overcome today’s biggest health challenges and accelerate this progress, we need passionate individuals like you. Join our movement, be part of the progress, and help ensure a healthier future for all. You matter, and so does the impact you can make with us.
The American Heart Association has an excellent opportunity for a Program Manager, Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke. This position can be home-based.
The Program Manager, Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke, supports clinical quality improvement programs that advance evidence-based stroke care and improve patient outcomes. Applying clinical knowledge, quality improvement principles, and registry data, this individual supports Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke programs, clinical education, performance measurement, and implementation activities. Working with healthcare professionals, volunteers, hospitals, health systems, and cross-functional teams, the role translates clinical evidence and quality data into practical resources and improvement strategies.
The Association offers many resources to help you maintain work-life harmonization through your changing needs and life situations. To help you be successful, you will have access to Heart U, our award-winning corporate university, as well as additional training and support, locally.
#TheAHALife is more than a company culture; it is our way of life. It embodies our commitment to work-life harmonization and is guided by our core values where our employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Discover why you will Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Valued at the American Heart Association by following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X, and at heart.jobs.
Responsibilities
Contribute to stroke quality improvement initiatives through assigned development, implementation, and evaluation activities aligned with evidence-based care and Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke achievement and quality measures.
Manage project plans, timelines, deliverables, and resources for Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke initiatives, tracking progress, risks, and dependencies and reporting status to leadership and stakeholders.
Support project plan development by compiling and synthesizing feedback from physicians, nurses, stroke coordinators, quality professionals, volunteers, and other stakeholders to inform project priorities and activities.
Review and interpret registry, benchmarking, and performance data to identify trends, variation, and improvement opportunities, and develop data-informed recommendations.
Support the translation of clinical evidence, guideline updates, and registry findings into practical resources, tools, and implementation approaches.
Support the development and delivery of clinical education, webinars, learning collaboratives, presentations, and publications in partnership with subject matter experts.
Develop and produce implementation guides, checklists, and reference materials for healthcare professional audiences, ensuring content is clear, practical, and tailored to user needs.
Partner with cross-functional teams to incorporate clinical perspectives into program activities and support research and implementation efforts using Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke data.
Support meeting preparation for the Stroke System of Care Advisory Group by compiling and organizing agendas, slide presentations, and other meeting materials.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, healthcare, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
3 years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of acute stroke care, secondary stroke prevention, stroke systems of care, and evidence-based clinical guidelines.
Experience in clinical care, healthcare quality improvement, clinical education, clinical program management, or a related healthcare setting.
Experience working with clinical guidelines, quality measures, healthcare performance data, or quality improvement initiatives.
Understanding quality improvement methodologies, performance measurement, stroke certification and accreditation, and hospital quality reporting.
Ability to interpret clinical evidence, registry data, and quality metrics and translate findings into practical resources and implementation strategies.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation, and facilitation skills.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals, volunteers, and multidisciplinary, cross-functional stakeholders.
Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deliverables within established timelines.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in nursing, public health, healthcare administration, or a related field.
Professional certification in stroke care, neuroscience nursing, healthcare quality, or a related specialty.
Experience with clinical registries, healthcare performance measures, or hospital quality improvement programs.
Familiarity with Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke, Joint Commission or DNV Stroke Certification, CMS quality measures, or comparable programs.
Experience developing or presenting clinical or quality improvement content for healthcare professional audiences.
Compensation & Benefits
The expected pay range will be $70,000 - $90,000. Pay is commensurate with experience; geographic differentials to the pay range may apply. The American Heart Association reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. The American Heart Association invests in its people. Here are the main components of our total rewards package. Visit Rewards & Benefits to see more details.
Compensation – Our goal is to ensure you have a competitive base salary. That’s why we regularly review the market value of jobs and make adjustments, as needed.
Performance and Recognition – You are rewarded for achieving success through annual salary planning and incentive programs; eligibility for an incentive program is based on the type of position.
Benefits – We offer a wide array of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, along with a robust retirement program that includes an employer match and automatic contribution. As a mark of our commitment to employee well-being, we also offer an employee assistance program, employee wellness program and telemedicine, and medical consultation.
Professional Development – You can join one of our many Employee Resource Groups (ERG) or be a mentor/mentee in our professional mentoring program. Heart U is the Association’s national online university, with more than 100,000 resources designed to meet your needs and busy schedule.
Work-Life Harmonization – The Association offers Paid Time Off (PTO) at a minimum of 16 days per year for new employees. The number of days will increase based on seniority level. You will also have a total of 12 paid holidays off each year, which includes several days off at the end of the year.
Tuition Assistance - We support the career development of all employees. This program provides financial assistance to employees who wish to further their education and career in relation to their current duties and responsibilities, or for potential future positions in the organization.
The American Heart Association’s 2028 Goal: Building on over 100 years of trusted leadership in cardiovascular and brain health, by 2028 the Association will drive breakthroughs and implement proven solutions in science, policy, and care for healthier people and communities. The greatest discoveries in health must reach everyone where they are.
At American Heart Association | American Stroke Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, language, sexual orientation, national origin and physical or cognitive abilities.
This position not a match with your skills? Click here to see other opportunities.
In accordance with local and state laws where applicable, qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment.
EOE/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities
#AHAIND3, #LI-Remote
Join our Talent Community!
Join our Talent Community to receive updates on new opportunities and future events.
Software Powered by ICIMS
Default: Location : Location US-TX-Dallas
Posted Date 4 hours ago (11/12/2026 11:17 AM)
Requisition ID 2026-18399
Job Category Health Strategies
Position Type Full Time
American Heart Association Offers
- Health Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Disability & Insurance
- Well onTarget – Wellness Program
- Holidays & Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Science & Research
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in stroke program coordinator jobs.
- Current registered nurse licensure with acute care or neuroscience clinical experience
- Experience coordinating Joint Commission stroke certification or recertification
- Proficiency with Get With The Guidelines stroke data registry and reporting
- Strong background in quality improvement methodologies and outcomes measurement
- Ability to develop and deliver stroke education programs for clinical staff
- Familiarity with telestroke technology platforms and acute stroke protocols
Tips for Your Stroke Program Coordinator Job Search
Highlight your stroke certification credentials
Certifications like SCRN or CCRN signal clinical credibility to hiring managers. List them prominently in your resume header, not buried in a section at the bottom, so recruiters spot them immediately when scanning your application.
Tailor your resume to Joint Commission language
Many stroke programs are Joint Commission-certified, so hiring teams screen for familiarity with their standards. Use phrases like Primary Stroke Center, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center, or Comprehensive Stroke Center to match the program level you're targeting.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists stroke program coordinator openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Demonstrate quality metrics experience in your materials
Stroke programs are heavily outcomes-driven, so your resume should reference specific quality improvement initiatives you led, such as door-to-needle time reduction projects or Get With The Guidelines participation, to show you understand the data side of the role.
Prepare case-based answers for your interview
Interviewers for stroke coordinator roles often ask you to walk through a real protocol gap you identified and fixed. Prepare two or three concrete examples involving interdisciplinary collaboration, staff education, or regulatory readiness so your answers are specific and clinical.
Negotiate continuing education support upfront
Stroke coordinators are expected to maintain certifications and attend national conferences. Ask about annual education budgets, conference reimbursement, and paid certification renewal time during the offer conversation, before you accept.
Stroke Program Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most stroke program coordinators?
The companies hiring the most stroke program coordinators right now include Providence, UAB Medicine, and Mount Sinai Health System, with the largest share of openings in Florida, New York, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Large health systems and comprehensive stroke centers tend to post the most openings due to ongoing certification maintenance requirements.
How many stroke program coordinator jobs are remote?
About 56% of stroke program coordinator openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on clinical oversight most programs require. Sub-specialties with the highest remote share include telehealth program coordination, data registry management, and community education roles that do not require direct patient-facing work.
How do you become a stroke program coordinator?
Start by earning your registered nurse license and working in a neuroscience, emergency, or critical care unit to build direct stroke care experience. From there, pursue the Stroke Certified Registered Nurse credential, get involved in your hospital's stroke quality committee, and volunteer to lead staff education or data reporting projects that mirror the coordinator role before you formally apply.
Can I get hired as a stroke program coordinator with limited experience?
Yes, some health systems will hire candidates with strong neuroscience or emergency nursing backgrounds even if they haven't held a formal coordinator title. Your strongest move is to demonstrate involvement in stroke protocol work, quality projects, or Joint Commission preparation at your current employer, and to pursue your SCRN certification before applying to make your clinical focus clear.
What does the stroke program coordinator interview process look like?
Most hiring processes include an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with the stroke medical director, neurology nursing leadership, and sometimes quality improvement staff. Candidates are typically asked to present on a past quality project or walk through how they would approach a certification gap. A site walkthrough of the stroke unit is common before or after the panel conversation.
Where can I find and apply to stroke program coordinator jobs?
You can find and apply to stroke program coordinator jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from hospitals, health systems, and rehabilitation centers across the United States. Find the roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing from the page.
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