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Riverside Healthcare · 2 weeks ago

TRAUMA PROGRAM COORDINATOR- EMERGENCY SERVICE (FT Days)

Kankakee, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$40.90/hr - $54.20/hr

3+ years exp

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a Trauma Program Coordinator in Kankakee, Illinois, responsible for developing and maintaining a comprehensive trauma care system. The role involves collaboration with healthcare teams, policy development, community education, and program evaluation to enhance trauma care effectiveness.

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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

Facilitate the acceptance and implementation of changes within the trauma program, promoting continuous improvement and adaptation to new standards of care

Engage in research activities, contributing to the advancement of trauma care practices and the implementation of evidence-based improvements

Serve as a liaison to administration, representing the Trauma Program on community and hospital committees to promote a fiscally responsible and effective trauma care system

Qualification

Trauma care experienceRegistered Nurse (RN)Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)Budget managementCommunity educationTeaching/coaching skillsResearch skillsCertified CPRPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC)Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)Interpersonal skillsProblem-solving skillsCritical thinking