Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Program Manager - St. Elizabeth Youngstown

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Job Description

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Trauma Program Manager manages and coordinates the trauma program and system elements in conjunction with the Trauma Medical Director to ensure an organized multidisciplinary team approach to quality care of the trauma patient. This position is responsible for providing direct and indirect patient care, consultation, leadership, education and research. These functions are uniquely implemented within the area of expertise and are based on the needs of the system. The position is responsible for promoting quality patient outcomes while demonstrating knowledge of case management, clinical competencies, community resources, resource utilization and legal ethical issues.

Essential Job Functions

1.   Leads preparation for the American College of Surgeons verification visit and maintains standards on an on-going basis in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director.

2.  Collaborates with other members of the hospital health team in order to facilitate a multidisciplinary performance improvement of the care of the trauma patient. Actively leads the Trauma Systems Operational Committee.

3.  Identifies opportunities to improve patient care by initiating changes to practice standards and processes to solve problems and needs identified.

4.  Assists in the development and monitoring of evidence-based practice management guidelines.

5.  Is active as a TNCC Instructor providing nursing education across the region.

6.  Acts as a resource to promote optimal trauma care.

7.  Assesses, develops and implements education based on ED staff needs and professional development opportunities.

8.  Participates in unit and organizational shared governance, evidence-based practice, quality improvement and research initiatives.

9.  Leads educational and quality improvement efforts throughout the organization.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.  Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Employment Qualifications

Required Minimum Education:  4 year Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Preferred Education: Graduate Degree (Masters) in Nursing (preferred), Business, Leadership

Licensing/Certification Required:  Active RN License

Licensing/Certification Preferred: Nursing Certification required at hire or obtained within 1 year of hire

Minimum Qualifications:  5 years nursing experience

Other Required knowledge, skills and abilities:  TNCC Instructor required within 12 months of hire

Other Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  TCRN Preferred

Working Conditions:

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

General office environment

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status.

Department:

Trauma Services - St. Elizabeth

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Me