Registered Nurse Trauma Coordinator

$34.42 hourly

Job Description

Responsibilities:

·       Develop, implement, and maintain a trauma care system for a level V Trauma Receiving Facility

·       Oversee the trauma program registry and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements

·       Coordinate with medical directors, hospital administration, and clinicians to develop policies and procedures

·       Represent the trauma program within the facility Quality Improvement Committee

·       Serve as the Injury Prevention Coordinator by developing and coordinating education events within the community based on local/ state data

·       Monitor trauma care financial reimbursement issues by working with the billing and coding departments, and offering support in the development of billing procedures

·       Conduct performance improvement and patient safety activities

·       Organize and document stakeholder meetings for tertiary review and peer review

·       Provide education and training to staff on trauma care and safety initiatives

·       Maintain knowledge of current guidelines and attend required educational meetings

·       Assist the Director of Nursing in the developing an annual program budget

Qualifications

Requirements:

·       RN with experience in emergency services and trauma care.

·       ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications within 3 months of hire.

·       Ability to respond to trauma activations and take call as needed.

 Will also work shifts.

Can turn into full time

Schedule

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