Trauma and Stroke Program Coordinator

1 week ago

Sherman, Texas, United States AHS - Sherman Medical Center Full time

JOB SUMMARY:
The Trauma & Stroke Coordinator is responsible for overseeing, planning, executing, and assessing quality assurance initiatives, patient satisfaction metrics, and the overall management of the stroke and trauma services. This role involves educating emergency department physicians and staff on identified performance enhancement opportunities. The coordinator is tasked with gathering necessary data to uphold trauma designation and ensuring timely submission to the Trauma Registry. Direct communication regarding results and issues related to the Trauma Program is maintained with the Director of Critical Care. Additionally, the coordinator collects data essential for maintaining the Primary Stroke Center designation and communicates findings related to the stroke program with the Director of Critical Care. Direct patient care may be performed as needed, within the Registered Nurse scope of practice.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
  • Valid Registered Nurse License in the State of Texas
  • BSN required upon hire
  • CEN and SCRN certifications preferred
A minimum of 4.5 years of experience in Emergency Department Nursing is required.
  • Current certifications in CPR, ACLS, PALS, and ENPC
  • TNCC certification is mandatory
  • Comprehensive knowledge of Trauma Nursing principles and their application to ensure high-quality care for trauma patients
  • Thorough understanding of NIHSS and Stroke Patient Nursing principles, ensuring quality care for stroke patients
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Behavioral violence prevention certification as required
  • Completion of a TOPIC course is necessary

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Assist the ED Manager in evaluating co-workers' performance, orienting new staff, and ensuring nursing care aligns with departmental standards and physician directives for both Trauma Service and Stroke Program.
  • Establish patient care priorities based on essential needs and available resources, including time, equipment, personnel, and supplies.
  • Adhere to hospital policies regarding stroke and trauma protocols.
  • Provide education on safety practices aimed at reducing or preventing traumatic injuries to emergency department patients and their families.
  • Maintain clear and concise documentation of nursing care in the patient's medical record, avoiding unacceptable abbreviations.
  • Prevent injuries to self and patients by applying body mechanics principles and maintaining a safe environment, ensuring that suction and oxygen are readily available at all bedsides.
  • Identify improvement opportunities through monitoring compliance with Joint Commission, CMS (Medicare), and Core Measures, educating staff on necessary compliance changes.
  • Monitor patient satisfaction survey results and identify areas for improvement, collaborating with the ED Manager to implement necessary changes.
  • Coordinate trauma care management throughout the continuum of trauma care, including planning and implementing protocols and practice management guidelines, monitoring in-hospital patient care, and serving as a clinical resource.
  • Facilitate inter-facility staff development, participate in case reviews, and assist in standardizing practice guidelines; provide education to ED staff, EMS, and other hospital departments when improvement opportunities arise.
  • Monitor clinical outcomes and system issues related to quality care delivery, developing quality filters, audits, and case reviews. Identify trends and sentinel events, outlining remedial actions while maintaining confidentiality.
  • Manage the financial aspects of the trauma program and represent the trauma program on various committees. Regularly report to Quality/EPIC to provide status updates for the Trauma Center and address any identified performance issues.
  • Participate in the development of trauma care systems at community, state, or national levels.
  • Maintain regular attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required.

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