RN - Registered Nurse Trauma Program Manager
Job Summary
Oversees personnel and daily operations related to the trauma program, including administration, implementation, communication, and strategy. Responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating all aspects of the hospital's trauma program. This includes managing nursing staff, improving patient care flow, coordinating care systems, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure smooth program operations. Works in partnership with the Trauma Medical Director and Physician Liaisons to provide administrative and medical staff support. Organizes programs and activities in line with the organization's mission and goals. Develops new programs or expands existing ones to support the organization's strategic direction. Implements and manages changes and interventions to achieve program goals and initiatives.
Job Duties
- Monitors, promotes, and evaluates all trauma-related activities in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director.
- Develops, implements, and evaluates the trauma program, including system development, quality improvement, and staff education.
- Ensures efficient and quality care for trauma patients, including clinical decision-making, resource utilization, and patient satisfaction.
- Develops and implements clinical protocols and practice management guidelines for trauma patient care.
- Monitors and evaluates the quality of care, ensures compliance with trauma standards, and participates in performance improvement processes.
- Manages the trauma program budget, monitors financial reimbursement issues, and identifies opportunities to reduce costs.
- Provides educational opportunities for staff development.
- Maintains a comprehensive trauma registry, analyzes data, and uses it to improve care and program effectiveness.
- Serves as a liaison to administration and represents the trauma program on hospital and regional committees to enhance trauma care.
- Develops and participates in community education and injury prevention activities.
- Attends and/or participates in local, state, regional, and national trauma-related activities.
- Holds active membership in at least one national trauma organization and attends at least one national conference every three years (for Level I and II programs).
- Participates in multidisciplinary trauma research (for Level I programs).
- Ensures compliance with Pennsylvania Trauma System Foundations standards as well as professional nursing organizations, regulatory agencies, and institutional policies and procedures.
- Reviews and updates policies and standards of care to maintain optimal patient care.
- Facilitates shared governance and practice level advancement of area personnel.
- Ensures goals are met in areas including customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and team member performance.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Success Profile
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- Collaborative
- Communicator
- Compassionate
- Problem-solver
- Team Player
- Trustworthy
Culture
Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. Our nurses treat each other with respect and compassion, embrace diversity and take time to connect and listen. We are led by five main values:
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Kindness
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Excellence
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Safety
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Learning
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Innovation
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Our Geisinger Family
Growing up in the northeast, Geisinger has always had a reputation of being a leader in cutting edge medicine. Being part of their staff is both a privilege and honor. So far working as a RN, has been an incredible experience. The staff is knowledgeable and passionate about their field. They are always willing to help me further my education and skills.
RN, Telemetry Unit, GMC
I had a very positive experience as a student nurse during my clinical rotations and knew I wanted to join the nursing team at Geisinger Lewistown Hospital. As a new nurse everyone has been extremely helpful. My coworkers are dedicated to the success of the team and providing the best care possible for our patients.
RN, Orthopedic Oncology, GLH
I'm excited to take the lessons I've learned along my journey from bedside nurse to educator to leader and help position Geisinger's more than 6,500 nurses—in all positions, from LPNs to RNs to advanced practice nurses—for their own future successes.
Chief Nursing Executive, MSN, RN
Benefits
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Health and Wellness Programs
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Tuition Reimbursement
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Professional Development
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Maternity and Paternity Leave
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Collaboration
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Awards and Recognition
Responsibilities
Position Details
Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Education: BSN is required
Experience: Minimum of 3 years previous RN work experience, plus minimum of 3 years managing people, processes or projects is required.
Required Certifications:
Candidate must have evidence of qualifications including educational preparation, certification, and clinical experience in the care of injured patients. Measures of competency for TPMs can include:
- Attainment and maintenance of an advanced certification by an accredited organization, such as the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing (BCEN). Examples of advanced certifications include TCRN, CEN, CPEN, CCRN, PCCN, CPN, CFRN and CNRN
- Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (STN-ATCN) certification and/or faculty- must be obtained within 3 years.
- Three (3) years as an RN at a trauma center in the care of the injured patient
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Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members, but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity
- Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
- Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
- Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
- Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
- Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
- Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.
- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
Education
Bachelor's Degree-Nursing (Required), Master's Degree- (Preferred)Experience
Minimum of 3 years-Managing people, processes, or projects (Required), Minimum of 3 years-Nursing (Required)Certification(s) and License(s)
Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania; Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses required within 3 years (STN-ATCN) - Society of Trauma Nurses (STN)About Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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