What are the responsibilities and job description for the Trauma Program Coordinator RN position at Seton Medical Center Harker Heights?
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Emergency Room A Trauma Program Coordinator Registered Nurse in Harker Heights, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services and more.
Responsibilities
The Trauma Program Coordinator RN is responsible for the coordination of the trauma program, ensuring quality care for trauma patients, and meeting regulatory requirements. This includes coordinating trauma services, collecting and submitting data, ensuring compliance with trauma center standards, and supporting quality improvement initiatives. The coordinator also provides education to staff, assists with trauma center verification, and ensures optimal patient outcomes.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Education required to obtain Registered Nurse (RN) licensure.
Current RN license in the state of Texas.
BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification.
ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Certification.
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) Certification.
CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse), TCRN (Trauma Certified Registered Nurse), or equivalent certification required within 1 year of hire.
TOPIC (Trauma Outcomes & Performance Improvement Course) or TCCC (Trauma Coordinators Core Course) required within 1 year of hire.
- Trauma AIS class within 1 year of hire.
3 years of clinical nursing experience.
Preferred:
BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing).
- TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Course) or ATCN (Advanced Trauma Course for Nurses) Certification.
ATS (American Trauma Society) membership.
Familiarity with data abstraction for accreditation programs and national databases.
Familiarity with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and trauma data abstraction tools.
Previous experience in trauma program.