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About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is a nationally recognized, private, not-for-profit health care organization founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. The largest health system in Wake County, WakeMed exists to improve the health and well-being of our community by providing outstanding, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care to all. The 919-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, delivering health and wellness services that bring added value to the communities we serve. WakeMed is a leader in cardiac and vascular care, women's and children's services, emergency medicine and trauma care, physical rehabilitation, orthopaedics and neurosciences. Specialty facilities include the WakeMed Heart Center, Children's Hospital, Women's Pavilion and Birthplace, Rehabilitation Hospital, Adult and Children's Emergency Departments and a Level 1 Trauma Center. WakeMed's team of more than 9,400 employees, 2,000 volunteers, 1,300 affiliated physicians, and the more than 300 physicians employed by WakeMed Physician Practices use the most advanced technologies along with the best minds and the biggest hearts to ensure the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment that promotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverse workforce. WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms or conditions of employment. All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer, promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression, genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Position Information:
The Neurosciences Program Manager is responsible for development, management, coordination and growth of Brain and Spine Health initiatives and related neurosciences programs, such as cerebrovascular, spine, neuro trauma, general neurology, neuro rehabilitation, etc. in order to support the continuum of care. Operates as key participant in the strategic planning process and employee management including identification and implementation of opportunities for growth while ensuring the employment of evidence-based practice per guidelines and recommendations. Serves as a liaison between the hospital and physician practices to develop, facilitate, and implement interdisciplinary policies, procedures, and quality improvement structures to monitor care consistent with national standards while embracing clinical excellence and safety. Works directly with the Executive Director of Neurosciences and reports to the Executive Director for Critical Care and Heart & Vascular Services with Heart Center Administration.
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Experience Requirements:
5 Years Related Position Experience Required - And 2 Years Leadership Required - And 1 Year Program Development Preferred

Education Required:
Bachelor's Degree Nursing Required - And Master's Degree Nursing Preferred

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Registered Nurse Required - And Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse Preferred - Or Stroke Certified Registered Nurse Preferred

Hours of Work:
5 days/8 hours

Weekend Requirements:
As Needed

Call Requirements:
None