20407 - Trauma Program, Manager (Columbia County)

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Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary :

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions :

Program Administration

• In collaboration with the trauma Medical Director, is responsible for all aspects of preparation of trauma program for (re)verification by the American College of Surgeons and / or (re)designation by the State of Georgia Department of Public Health : Office of EMS and Trauma
• Manages the Trauma Service Staff including : Trauma Outreach Coordinator, Trauma Nurse Coordinator, Trauma Registrar / Data Abstractor(s), Performance Improvement Coordinator
• Works cooperatively with the Hospital Administration and the WMG to ensure a smooth functioning and financially viable service
• Plans and facilitates Trauma Committee meetings and activities
• In collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director and Trauma Committee, sets goals for improving quality metrics
• Responsible for creation, development and monitoring of budget
• Coordinates the development and deployment of trauma specific protocols and guidelines and monitors adherence and effectiveness of the protocols.
• Responsible for the creation of policies, procedures and guidelines for care of the injured patient
• Promotes and contributes to the positive working environment within Trauma Services
• Completes requisite reports to the State Office of EMS and Trauma and The Georgia Trauma Commission per contractual obligation.
• Serves as liaison to Regional, State and National trauma organizations to improve access to and delivery of trauma care
• Serves as liaison to all clinical and ancillary departments within the hospital to ensure world class trauma care delivery
• Serves as subject matter expert and liaison with the WellStar Health System regarding trauma care delivery
• Interfaces with Quality Department regarding quality initiatives and Joint Commission requirements

Clinical Activities :

Trauma Registry :

Performance Improvement :

Professional / Public Education / Outreach and Research :

Required Minimum Education :

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) :

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Additional License(s) and Certification(s) :

Required Minimum Experience :

Minimum 3 years clinical nursing in emergency, critical care Required and

trauma care Required and

Minimum 3 years progressive management Required or

supervisory experience Required and

Previous experience in verified Level I Required or

Level II ACS verified Trauma Center Required or

state designated trauma program preferred Preferred

Required Minimum Skills :

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