Trauma Coordinator RN

Develops strategies, coordinates day to day operations, and evaluates impact of the services provided on patients referred to the program. Works with inter professional team to facilitate overall programmatic growth.

Works on program management and professional business development, physician relations and management of both internal and external activities. Supports efforts through analysis, assessment, and in coordination with the overall

hospital business plan, and in conjunction with department director.

• Develops and maintains the Trauma Injury Registry.

Develops and implements the policies and procedures for the Trauma Service.

Develops and implements a trauma education program for all individuals involved in trauma care at CHI St Luke’s Sugar Land Hospital.

Develops and implements the Trauma Performance Improvement (PI) Program for the Trauma Service.

Conducts monthly meetings with the Trauma Service Committees.

Acts as a liaison for CHI St Luke’s Sugar Land Hospital with the community and regional EMS providers

Participates in a leadership role in emergency management

• Financial Responsibilities: Reviews trauma activations for appropriate charge entry. Coordinates trauma billing review to assure appropriate account usage.

• Professional & Educational: Participates in professional state organizations as required for trauma designation. Maintains TNCC, PALS, or ENPC, and ACLS. Maintains trauma orientation/education program to entire facility. Maintains the facility as designation requires, meeting all standards of care, quality reviews, and a community education.

• Data: Ensures accurate data is accumulated for administrative reporting. Ensures trauma registry meets the standard set forth by the state of Texas and the National Trauma Data Bank.

• Privacy: Assures privacy of all patient information to protect patient rights and meet HIPPA guidelines. Reports suspected violations immediately.

• Environment & Patient Safety: Maintains patient and work environment to maximize safe working space. Promptly removes all used and soiled equipment, linen, etc. to appropriate location. BMV scanning rates comply with current policy. Reports all patient safety and hazard concerns immediately.

• Community Outreach and Education: Participates in injury prevention activities and public education. Reports patient follow up to the trauma program of any transferring hospital.

Required:

Registered Nurse: three (3) years of experience in specific program area

RN License

BLS within 14 days

ACLS within 6 months

PALS within 6 months

TOPIC

St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital offers the latest technology and treatments for residents of Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston. Our services range from heart care and neuroscience to robotic surgery. Our recently opened Family Birthing Center offers incomparable care and amenities in a spa-like environment to provide a VIP—Very Important Pregnancy—experience. Since 2008, our experienced doctors, nurses, and support staff have provided expert care to support our community.