RN Trauma Coordinator

Community Health Systems•Carlsbad, NM

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Carlsbad Medical Center is seeking a dedicated RN Trauma Coordinator to join their team. This role is crucial for maintaining a comprehensive trauma program that ensures high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and continuous performance improvement. The coordinator will oversee trauma system development, quality initiatives, registry management, accreditation readiness, and staff education. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to ensure trauma services meet state designation, American College of Surgeons (ACS), and organizational standards, while also promoting program effectiveness and growth. Carlsbad Medical Center is a Joint Commission-accredited, 115-bed facility located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, offering a supportive environment for professional growth and continuous learning.

Requirements

3-5 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse required
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure as applicable by state law required
BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
Knowledge of trauma systems, clinical protocols, and emergency/critical care standards.
Knowledge of trauma registry management, quality improvement methodologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Ability to analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary initiatives and collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and external partners.
Strong organizational and project management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with registry databases and clinical documentation systems.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Nice To Haves

2-4 years of experience in trauma, emergency, or critical care preferred
Experience supporting trauma program coordination or registry activities preferred
CEN - Certified Emergency Room Nurse preferred or TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course preferred or ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification preferred or Clinical Area of Specialty Certification Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates daily operations and ongoing development of the facility trauma program in alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Serves as the primary liaison for trauma services, collaborating with medical staff, nursing leadership, pre-hospital providers, and external agencies.
Develops, implements, and maintains trauma program policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
Oversees trauma registry operations, ensuring accurate, timely data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting.
Monitors trauma performance metrics and outcomes, identifying trends and leading performance improvement initiatives.
Leads trauma-related quality improvement activities, including case reviews, peer review support, and corrective action planning.
Supports preparation for state designation, ACS verification, and regulatory surveys, maintaining documentation and audit readiness.
Coordinates and delivers education and training programs related to trauma care standards, protocols, and best practices.
Partners with Emergency Department and hospital leadership to align trauma program goals with organizational objectives.
Supports community outreach, prevention initiatives, and collaboration with regional trauma systems and emergency medical services.
Provides operational guidance during trauma-related events to promote adherence to established protocols.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.