Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24RN | Regional Stroke Coordinator (0.6 FTE)
Department: Stroke Program Services
Location: Remote (Must reside in WI, MN, or IA) with required on-site onboarding
FTE: 0.6 | 3 days per week with flexible scheduling | Salaried Position
Position Overview
We are seeking an independent, self‑motivated Regional Stroke Coordinator to support stroke care quality and education across our regional critical access hospitals—both affiliate and partner sites. This role plays a key part in acute stroke management support, regional process improvement, and ongoing coordination of our TeleNeurology partnership with TeleSpecialists.
This position is primarily remote; however, on‑site training in La Crosse is required during the initial onboarding period to develop a strong understanding of acute stroke workflows, team structure, and program expectations. Once established in the role, regional travel will occur up to monthly for on‑site visits.
This role is ideal for a nurse who enjoys autonomy, collaboration, education, and making a system-level impact across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities
Regional Support & Education
Serve as the primary regional liaison for critical access hospitals, focusing on acute stroke management and process optimization.
Build relationships through regular virtual communication and monthly in‑person visits (with increased support as needed).
Deliver education, guidance, and high-level data updates at monthly regional stroke meetings.
TeleNeurology Program Coordination
Coordinate all aspects of the TeleSpecialists partnership, ensuring contract expectations and performance standards are met.
Process Improvement & Data
Support regional teams in identifying improvement opportunities and implementing effective workflows.
Collaborate with internal quality partners on performance metrics and documentation needs.
Create and maintain graphs, visual data, and presentations using Excel and PowerPoint.
Team & Community Engagement
Work closely with a small, collaborative stroke program team including the Stroke Program Manager, La Crosse Stroke Coordinator, Non‑Clinical Stroke Coordinator, and Data Registrar.
Support community-facing outreach and awareness events as needed.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN)
Registered Nurse (RN), licensed in the state of practice (may require additional state licensure depending on coverage area)
3–4 years of nursing experience
Current Infant–Adult Basic Life Support (AHA or Red Cross)
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Nursing
2 years of neuroscience nursing experience
Clinical leadership experience
Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN) or Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN)
Skills & Attributes
Must-Have Competencies
Strong independent work ethic and ability to self‑prioritize
Comfort functioning autonomously across multiple sites
Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
Ability to self‑educate and learn new tools and guidelines
Commitment to quality improvement and process optimization
Technical Skills
Excel (graphs, tracking, and data management) – training available
PowerPoint (presentation development)
Epic or similar EMR experience
Schedule & Work Environment
0.6 FTE / 3 days per week (option for 4 shorter days)
Remote eligible once on-site onboarding in La Crosse is complete (MUST reside in WI, MN, or IA)
Up to monthly regional travel once fully trained
High autonomy; flexible workday when meetings allow
Small, supportive, collaborative team
No on-call responsibilities
What Makes This Role Unique
High autonomy with the flexibility to manage your schedule
Opportunity to shape stroke care processes across 13+ regional care locations
Work within a supportive, tight-knit team culture
Blend of education, clinical insight, and regional impact
Direct contribution to improving stroke outcomes in rural communities
About Emplify Health
Emplify Health is comprised of two of the Midwest’s most respected healthcare systems—Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System. Once neighbors, we are now partners, united in our mission to provide exceptional care to our communities.
As a not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network, we are headquartered in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. Our extensive system includes 11 hospitals and more than 100 clinics, serving 67 cities and rural communities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.
With over 4,500 dedicated nurses and providers, we deliver primary, specialty, and emergency care, along with innovative medical education programs.
Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.
If you are passionate about elevating stroke care, building strong regional partnerships, and making a meaningful impact across rural communities, we invite you to apply and join our dedicated team.
If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.
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