Trauma Registrar RN

Baylor Scott & White Health•College Station, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This role will be based on-site at the College Station Hospital. Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Requirements

Familiarity with medical terms and the body's structure.
Experience with tracking trauma cases, abstracting cases, and entering data.
Knowledge of maintaining data integrity and conducting research.
Proficiency in coding diseases and injuries, and scoring the severity of injuries.
Basic computer skills include using software, data entry, information security, medical record keeping, scanning, and email.
Effectual skills in both verbal and written communication.
Ability to work effectively within a team, fostering a spirit of collaboration and respect.
Bachelor's degree
The ideal candidate will have majored in Nursing
A minimum of three years of relevant experience
Registered Nurse (RN) License
Completion of Abbreviated Injury Scale course within first 12 months of employment (AAAM AIS)
Securing an International Classification of Diseases 10 Coding Certificate within the first 12 months (ICD)
Completion of a Trauma Data Registry course within the initial 12 months (TDRC)
Within 36 months, obtain certification in Trauma Registries or complete Advanced Injury Scoring and Statistic course (CSTR)

Responsibilities

Become the go-to person for trauma registry reports, responding efficiently to requests for information using available trauma-related database resources.
Collect and manage trauma data for research and quality improvement. Keep information confidential and accurate.
Use data-backed skills for reports and examination to improve processes and patient care. Consult with physicians for trauma case reporting when necessary.
Be accountable for reporting and transmitting hospital data in a complete and timely manner to relevant reporting bodies.
Ensure harmonious collaboration with the trauma leadership, hospital staff, and physicians is vital for maintaining the trauma designation status.
Join the team to improve trauma performance through researching and entering data into the trauma registry.