Trauma Program Manager

Ascension • Nashville, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown is seeking a Trauma Program Manager to join their Trauma department. This role involves demonstrating core organizational values, setting clear expectations, coaching staff for professional growth, and guiding teams through shifting priorities. The manager will supervise Trauma Clinical Program staff, drive performance improvement initiatives, and ensure compliant billing practices for activation charges. They will also monitor and adhere to all local, regional, state, and national trauma program regulations and clinical care standards, and direct the routine review and revision of all trauma policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines at least every three years. Additionally, the role manages all preparation, documentation, and operational readiness for HFC trauma designation verification visits.

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.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date 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. Required if working in an adult critical care setting.
• Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.
• 3+ years of Emergency Department, Trauma ICU, Trauma Acute Care Nursing experience required
• 2+ years working in a prior Trauma Program Leadership role required

Nice To Haves

• TNCC Provider or Instructor certification obtained within 12 months of hire date
• STN TOPIC course completed within 12 months of hire date
• ATS Trauma Program Management course completed within 12 months of hire date

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates core organizational values, sets clear expectations, coaches staff for professional growth, and guides teams through shifting priorities.
• Supervises Trauma Clinical Program staff, drives performance improvement initiatives, and ensures compliant billing practices for activation charges.
• Monitors and adheres strictly to all local, regional, state, and national trauma program regulations and clinical care standards.
• Directs the routine review and revision of all trauma policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines at least every three years.
• Manages all preparation, documentation, and operational readiness for HFC trauma designation verification visits.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed