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Stroke Quality PI Coordinator (RN)
Company : Prime Healthcare Services
Location : Reno, NV, 89503
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 10 January 2026
Overview
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion and community! Saint Mary’s Health Network, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
As a long-standing community partner with a 116-year history, Saint Mary’s Health Network offers Northern Nevada inpatient, outpatient, ancillary, and wellness services. Nationally recognized and accredited by the Joint Commission, as well as named one of the Top 100 Hospitals by Fortune/Merative and America’s Best 250 hospitals by Healthgrades, Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center is a 352-bed acute care hospital offering a robust line of inpatient, outpatient and ancillary services including a top-rated Center for Cancer, surgical and orthopedic services, and an award-winning Cardiology program and more. The health system, a member of Prime Healthcare, also operates a fully-integrated Medical Group, multiple urgent care clinics, freestanding imaging, lab, and primary care clinics. For more information, visit www.SaintMarysReno.com.
Responsibilities
In collaboration with the manager/director of Performance Improvement, the Stroke coordinator is responsible for coordinating the Stroke Program and assisting in the coordination, integration, and implementation of the organization wide performance improvement activities to ensure compliance with company policies and state/federal regulatory and accreditation standards. Activities include but are not limited to chart reviews, data abstraction related to stroke performance and CMS Core Measures and other quality outcomes studies, and staff education regarding core measures and updates regarding new and enhance indicators. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team on problem identification and resolution, cost containment issues, implementation of new services and system/performance measures for both Risk and Stroke programs.
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Bachelor’s degree in healthcare related field preferred.2. State RN licensure or Certification in a healthcare field preferred.3. Excellent computer skills are required including proficiency in (MS Office (Word, Excel, Access).4. Experience in reviewing charts for care issues. 5. Detail oriented organizational skills. 6. Must be able to handle multiple cases, directions and be able to follow-through.7. Good communication skills both verbal and written. 8. Experience with Medical Staff communication a must.9. Excellent interpersonal relationship skills with exceptional professional work ethics.10. Proficient in word processing, spreadsheets, database and typing.
Employment Status
Part Time < 60Shift
DaysEqual Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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Frequently asked questions
Given the critical nature of stroke care and Reno’s growing medical community, this position requires managing multiple quality improvement projects simultaneously. It demands precision in data analysis and collaboration with clinical teams to meet stringent stroke care standards prevalent in Northern Nevada hospitals.
Certifications like Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or stroke-specific credentials enhance credibility. Since Reno's medical facilities emphasize compliance with CMS core measures, familiarity with Joint Commission standards is also highly valued for this coordinator role.
This position involves detailed chart reviews, data abstraction related to stroke metrics, educating staff on compliance updates, and working closely with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes. Strong organizational skills are essential to juggle these tasks effectively.
Mastering this role sharpens expertise in clinical quality assurance and performance improvement, opening pathways to senior clinical coordinator positions or leadership roles within hospital quality departments, especially in neurology or broader healthcare quality management.
At Prime Healthcare Services, coordinators align stroke program initiatives with company-wide quality benchmarks and regulatory compliance. The role is pivotal for maintaining accreditation standards and driving continuous improvements in stroke patient care outcomes.
Balancing Prime Healthcare’s commitment to community health with rigorous performance improvement demands means the coordinator must adeptly manage stakeholder communication, adapt to evolving compliance standards, and ensure consistent quality amidst diverse patient needs.
Reno's expanding healthcare sector has increased demand for specialized nursing roles like Stroke Quality PI Coordinators. Compared to larger metro areas, competition is moderate, but candidates with stroke-specific experience and data analysis skills are especially sought after locally.
Reno’s cost of living and community-focused culture support a balanced lifestyle. The part-time day shift structure allows coordinators to engage in quality improvement activities without extended overtime, facilitating manageable work schedules amid Northern Nevada’s dynamic healthcare environment.
Based on regional healthcare wage data, part-time coordinators in this specialty typically earn between $30 and $45 per hour, reflecting the role’s specialized skills in stroke care quality metrics and regulatory compliance within Reno’s competitive medical market.