Nurse Manager Trauma Program
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Wamego, Kansas Facility: Wamego Health Center Department: ED Schedule: Day shift l Full-time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Lead trauma service operations and resource allocation to ensure the clinical team has everything necessary to provide life-saving care. Architect departmental goals and clinical standards that elevate the quality of trauma care and drive long-term program success. Evaluate patient care journeys and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience for patients and their families. Cultivate a high-performing team culture through proactive mentorship, conflict resolution, and strategic recruitment to maintain a supportive work environment. Champion regulatory compliance and fiscal health by managing departmental budgets and vendor partnerships that sustain the program’s integrity.
Requirements
- Certified Registered Nurse specializing in Trauma Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required
Nice To Haves
- Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Responsibilities
- Lead trauma service operations and resource allocation to ensure the clinical team has everything necessary to provide life-saving care.
- Architect departmental goals and clinical standards that elevate the quality of trauma care and drive long-term program success.
- Evaluate patient care journeys and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure a seamless, high-quality experience for patients and their families.
- Cultivate a high-performing team culture through proactive mentorship, conflict resolution, and strategic recruitment to maintain a supportive work environment.
- Champion regulatory compliance and fiscal health by managing departmental budgets and vendor partnerships that sustain the program’s integrity.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
