What are the responsibilities and job description for the CLN RN Administrator-Trauma Program-FT position at Huntsville Hospital Health System?
trauma program operations in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director, Trauma Manager, Trauma
Coordinator, Advanced Practice Providers (APPs), and clinical support staff. This role ensures the
trauma program adheres to the highest standards of care as defined by the American College of
Surgeons (ACS), state regulations, and internal policies—supporting the hospital's mission to maintain
Level I trauma verification.
The TPA provides advanced clinical and administrative leadership in areas including trauma performance
improvement, trauma registry management, research coordination, education, and multidisciplinary
collaboration across departments and the regional trauma system. This role also oversees daily clinic
operations, managing physician clinics and hospital-based APPs, and is responsible for optimizing
clinical workflows, staffing, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. This position is instrumental in
ensuring excellence in trauma care, education, and prevention throughout the organization.
- Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing required.
License, Certification and/or Registration
- Current Alabama State Registered Nurses License required.
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN),
- ATLS coordinator certification or trauma-related credential desirable.
- Current CPR certification required.
- ACLS certification preferred.
- BCLS certification must be received within the orientation period.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of trauma, OR, ER, or critical care experience with prior experience in a Level 1
- Prefer previous supervisory experience in clinical setting.
- Experience working with electronic medical records.
Additional Skills/Abilities
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to give and evaluate patient care.
- Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
- Skill in writing and maintaining records and reports.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, families,
- Ability to communicate clearly.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt to changing demands.
- Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions in order to maintain a safe working
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.
- Knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures.
- Upholds effective work habits including, but not limited to, regular attendance, teamwork, initiative,
About Us:
Highlights of our hospitals
Huntsville Hospital was recently named Best Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to the U.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.
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Huntsville Hospital Benefits:
We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401K organization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discounts to phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!
Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:
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- Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
- Education & Professional Development: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
- Life In Huntsville: https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al