Apply on Employer Site

Riverside Healthcare · 2 weeks ago

TRAUMA PROGRAM COORDINATOR- EMERGENCY SERVICE (FT Days)

US-IL-KANKAKEE

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a Trauma Program Coordinator responsible for the development and maintenance of a comprehensive trauma care system. This role involves collaborating with medical staff, managing budgets, and overseeing educational programs to ensure optimal trauma care for patients.

Health CareHospitalHospitality

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain a cost-effective and comprehensive system of care for trauma patients from admission through discharge and follow-up care

Collaborate with the medical director, hospital administration, and clinicians to assess the need for, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and protocols that enhance trauma patient care

Coordinate and oversee the development and implementation of injury prevention programs targeted at reducing trauma incidents within the community

Direct community trauma education and prevention programs by developing, implementing, and evaluating initiatives for targeted populations based on community needs assessments

Assess and improve departmental and organizational performance in trauma care, ensuring that the trauma program meets all regulatory requirements and best practices

Plan, coordinate, and evaluate trauma-related educational programs for nursing staff to ensure they are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills in trauma care

Prepare and manage the trauma program budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to support program initiatives and goals

Represent the Trauma Program on various hospital and community committees, fostering relationships that enhance and support optimal trauma care management

Supervise adherence to hospital policies, procedures, and standards related to trauma care through observation, medical record reviews, and staff feedback

Qualification

Trauma care experienceRegistered Nurse (RN)Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)Budget managementCommunity educationTeaching/coaching skillsResearch skillsProblem-solving skillsCritical thinkingInterpersonal skills