Trauma Program Manager, RN

Logan Health•Kalispell, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Logan Health is seeking an experienced Trauma Program Manager, RN to lead and advance their Medical Center Trauma Program. This role involves coordinating trauma care across the organization, region, and communities served. The manager will collaborate with various departments including emergency services, trauma providers, nursing, EMS, quality and safety, and education to enhance trauma care, improve outcomes, and ensure compliance with clinical, regulatory, and accreditation standards. This position is ideal for a clinically strong, organized nurse leader passionate about improving trauma care in complex environments.

Requirements

Current Montana RN license or a multi-state compact license with authorization to practice nursing in Montana.
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; OR Associate degree in Nursing with at least five years of nursing experience.
At least three years of previous trauma nursing experience.
Successful completion of BLS, ACLS, PALS, ENPC, TNCC within six months of hire.
Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, organization, and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of clinical, administrative, and community partners.
Ability to manage complex projects, prioritize competing demands, analyze information, and work independently.
Commitment to integrity, empathy, confidentiality, teamwork, and high-quality patient outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN)
TNCC Instructor
TNCC Course Director
Experience with trauma program management, performance improvement, patient safety, quality initiatives, data analysis, or regulatory/accreditation requirements.
Experience working with EMS, multidisciplinary trauma committees, or regional trauma systems.

Responsibilities

Provide clinical and program leadership for the Logan Health Medical Center Trauma Program and support trauma services across the Logan Health system.
Coordinate day-to-day program operations and provide guidance to other Logan Health trauma programs.
Develop and implement strategic and operational goals aligned with organizational priorities, state requirements, and American College of Surgeons standards.
Drive Performance Improvement and Patient Safety initiatives to enhance trauma care, reduce complications, and improve outcomes.
Coordinate the Trauma Multidisciplinary Committee, bringing together key stakeholders to advance trauma care.
Serve as a clinical resource and organizational liaison for trauma care, representing the program to leadership, providers, staff, and community partners.
Oversee the Trauma Injury Prevention Program, collaborating with the Injury Prevention Coordinator and community stakeholders.
Analyze operational, clinical, and benchmarking data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Participate in case reviews, audits, quality initiatives, and program evaluation.
Develop and support clinical protocols, practice guidelines, policies, and processes for consistent, evidence-based trauma care.
Partner with EMS leaders and agencies to strengthen prehospital trauma care, education, and communication.
Participate in emergency preparedness planning and system-level initiatives.
Collaborate with community, regional, and state partners in trauma care system development.
Support education and professional development for healthcare professionals involved in trauma care.
Promote a culture of patient safety, transparency, human factors, just culture, and continuous improvement.