Registered Nurse Trauma Program Specialist

Ascension•Wichita, KS

18h•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves leading the multidisciplinary trauma team as the clinical expert to ensure every patient receives immediate, life-saving interventions from arrival to final disposition. The specialist will coordinate seamless communication between emergency responders and hospital specialists, direct all bedside care and clinical protocols to guarantee a standardized, high-quality evaluation that meets rigorous safety guidelines, and advocate for the patient’s physical and emotional well-being. Additionally, the role includes managing the constant readiness of the trauma environment by overseeing equipment and supplies.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Certification obtained within six months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Nice To Haves

Trauma ICU Expertise: A minimum of 1 year of recent, hands-on experience in a dedicated Trauma Intensive Care Unit.
Leadership Foundation: At least 1 year of experience serving in a Charge Nurse capacity, demonstrating the ability to manage unit flow and mentor staff.

Responsibilities

Lead the multidisciplinary trauma team as the clinical expert to ensure every patient receives immediate, life-saving interventions from arrival to final disposition.
Coordinate seamless communication between emergency responders and hospital specialists to prepare the team for the patient’s specific needs before they even through the door.
Direct all bedside care and clinical protocols to guarantee that every injured patient receives a standardized, high-quality evaluation that meets rigorous safety guidelines.
Advocate for the patient’s physical and emotional well-being, serving as the primary link between the medical staff and the individual to ensure their needs are prioritized during a crisis.
Manage the constant readiness of the trauma environment by overseeing equipment and supplies so the team can perform life-saving procedures without delay at any hour.