About the position
The Trauma Program Coordinator is a professional Registered Nurse who works collaboratively with the Trauma Medical Director (TMD) to assume the responsibility and accountability for the oversight of the hospital's trauma program and assuring the standards of care are met through the trauma care continuum. They assess, plan, implement and evaluate trauma care standards provided at the facility and work to incorporate evidence-based practices. Responsibilities include trauma performance improvement, coordination of trauma care, and assistance in maintaining the hospital as a designated trauma center. The coordinator plays an active role in the development, implementation and evaluation of the trauma program and is responsible for the organization of services and systems necessary to provide a multidisciplinary approach to care of the trauma patient. The Trauma Program Coordinator works closely with the hospital medical staff, administration, department managers, ancillary services, referral agencies, and nursing personnel to nurture and sustain a professional practice environment through effective leadership, relationship building, and communication in alignment with Aspirus' core values. This position reports to the Aspirus Trauma System Manager with indirect reporting to facility specific ED manager and CNO/DON.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the hospital's trauma program and ensure standards of care are met.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate trauma care standards.
- Incorporate evidence-based practices into trauma care.
- Coordinate trauma performance improvement.
- Assist in maintaining the hospital as a designated trauma center.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate the trauma program.
- Organize services and systems for multidisciplinary trauma care.
- Collaborate with medical staff, administration, and nursing personnel.
Requirements
- Evidence of educational preparation and relevant clinical experience in trauma care.
- Knowledge of patient care standards and practices from a nursing program.
- Associate degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred in Nursing, Administration, or related field.
- Two years' experience in trauma specialty; supervisory or management experience beneficial.
- Active RN nursing license in the state of employment.
- Current BLS certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.
- Current TNCC certification or obtained within 1 year of hire.
- Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office programs and computer database operations.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous trauma management experience.
- Experience in public speaking and instructional skills.
- ACLS, TNCC, ENPC, audited ATLS, ATCN, CEN, CCRN, and other trauma-related training or instructor status.
- Conceptual knowledge of performance improvement/patient safety.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical coding systems.
- Knowledge of data collection methodology, basic statistics, display techniques, analysis, and interpretation.
Benefits
- Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
- PTO accrual from day one.
- Generous retirement plan with match available.
- Wellness program for employees and their families.
