RN - Registered Nurse - Trauma Program Manager

Geisinger • Danville, PA

34d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re working to create a national model for improving health. Today, we’re focused on bringing our region services that improve every facet of life to drive total health, inside and out. Through professional growth, quality improvement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we’ve built an innovative culture that allows nurses to grow their skillsets, develop their practice, and leverage their years of experience to build a rewarding, lasting career with impact.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) is required
• Minimum of 3 years Managing People, Processes or Projects
• Minimum of 3 years previous RN work experience are required
• Trauma Certification will be required within 3 years of hire
• Candidate must have evidence of qualifications including educational preparation, certification, and clinical experience in the care of injured patients.
• Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree-

Responsibilities

• The RN Trauma Program Manager oversees personnel and daily operations related to the trauma program, including administration, implementation, communication, and strategy.
• Responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of the hospital's trauma program.
• This includes managing nursing staff, improving patient care flow, coordinating care systems, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth program operations.
• Works in partnership with the Trauma Medical Director and Physician Liaisons to provide administrative and medical staff support.
• Organizes programs and activities in line with the organization's mission and goals.
• Develops new programs or expands existing ones to support the organization's strategic direction.
• Implements and manages changes and interventions to achieve program goals and initiatives.
• Monitors, promotes, and evaluates all trauma-related activities in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates the trauma program, including system development, quality improvement, and staff education.
• Ensures efficient and quality care for trauma patients, including clinical decision-making, resource utilization, and patient satisfaction.
• Develops and implements clinical protocols and practice management guidelines for trauma patient care.
• Monitors and evaluates the quality of care, ensures compliance with trauma standards, and participates in performance improvement processes.
• Manages the trauma program budget, monitors financial reimbursement issues, and identifies opportunities to reduce costs.
• Provides educational opportunities for staff development.
• Maintains a comprehensive trauma registry, analyzes data, and uses it to improve care and program effectiveness.
• Serves as a liaison to administration and represents the trauma program on hospital and regional committees to enhance trauma care.
• Develops and participates in community education and injury prevention activities.
• Attends and/or participates in local, state, regional, and national trauma-related activities.
• Holds active membership in at least one national trauma organization and attends at least one national conference every three years (for Level I and II programs).
• Participates in multidisciplinary trauma research (for Level I programs).
• Ensures compliance with Pennsylvania Trauma System Foundations standards as well as professional nursing organizations, regulatory agencies, and institutional policies and procedures.
• Reviews and updates policies and standards of care to maintain optimal patient care.
• Facilitates shared governance and practice level advancement of area personnel.
• Ensures goals are met in areas including customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Three medical plan choices, including expanded network options
• Pre-tax savings plans (FSA & HSA)
• Company-paid life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Generous PTO that accrues quickly
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with financial incentives
• Family-friendly support: adoption/fertility assistance, parental leave, military leave, and Care.com membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): mental health, legal guidance, childcare/eldercare referrals, and more
• Voluntary benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees