Registered Nurse

United Health Services is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Trauma Coordinator for a nursing job in Binghamton, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Trauma Coordinator
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Staff

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking an RN Unit Coordinator to join the Wilson Medical Center Emergency Department, a high‑acuity, Level II Trauma Center. This role is designed for an experienced Emergency Room Registered Nurse who is an expert in emergency medicine and energized by clinical leadership. The RN Unit Coordinator provides hands‑on clinical care while coordinating daily unit operations, supporting patient flow, staffing assignments, and real‑time decision making in a fast‑paced emergency department environment. This position plays a critical role in delivering safe, efficient, and patient‑centered emergency care for adult and pediatric patients. At UHS, Every Connection Matters, and the Wilson ED reflects this philosophy through strong teamwork, mutual respect, and collaborative interdisciplinary care. The RN Unit Coordinator serves as a trusted clinical resource and role model, engaging and supporting staff, anticipating challenges, and promoting a caring, healing environment aligned with nursing standards and UHS values. Successful candidates are confident clinical thinkers and communicators who lead by example, foster accountability, participate in quality improvement, and help ensure exceptional outcomes for patients, families, and the care team.

Incentives

• Sign-On Bonuses - Up to $25,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility requirements.

• Shift Differential

• An active and rewarding clinical ladder program with mentorship and financial incentive components​

• Fee reimbursement for ANCC specialty certifications through our Success Pays program

• Financial support for eligible RNs to relocate

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Education Incentive Programs

Schedule

• 36 hours per week

• 3:00PM - 3:00AM

• Every third weekend and holiday

Responsibilities

• Determines staffing needs and schedules for 24 hour coverage of patient care needs.

• Supervises the assignment of patients and allocation of nursing staff according to patient needs, patient acuity, and staff skill mix.

• Functions as a clinical consultant for patients, families, department staff, physicians and other hospital departments. Troubleshoots clinical and operational matters collaboratively.

• Participates in the recruitment, interviewing and hiring of staff for the operating room.

• Plans, coordinates and participates in clinical education including orientation of new staff and education to meet learning needs of staff.

• Provides direction and assistance to students and faculty.

• Mentors and coaches staff toward professional growth and development. Completes performance appraisal process for technical and support staff (i.e. assistants, aides, unit secretaries) as assigned in collaboration with the Nurse Manager. Assists with performance appraisals for RNs and others as requested.

• Provides recognition and retention activities in conjunction with the Nurse Manager.

• Monitors and ensures staff/unit compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements and professional standards. Participates in the review and revision of department policies and procedures.

• Acts as a liaison between staff and management.

• Participates in the development and implementation of the department performance improvement plan in conjunction with the Nurse Manager and others as relevant.

• Executes the duties and responsibilities of the Nurse Manager in his/her absence. Assumes “on call” responsibilities when covering for the Nurse Manager.

• Maintains a clinical practice by providing direct patient care when needed.

• Oversees the preparation of supply requisitions and inventories equipment and supplies.

• Participates in the Clinical Ladder Program as knowledge and expertise develops.

• Will perform additional responsibilities, as requested

Education/Experience

Minimum Required:

• A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

• Bachelors in Nursing or evidence of planned completion within two (2) years

• Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience

Preferred:

• Bachelors in Nursing

• Previous experience in relevant nursing practice setting

• Previous experience in a supervisory role

License/Certification

Minimum Required:

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License

• CPR within 3 months of hire

• Completion of professional certification in the relevant specialty practice as soon as eligible (generally after 2 years of experience in the specialty)

Preferred:

• Current professional certification in the relevant specialty

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients. Rooms are air-conditioned and heated.

• Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.

• Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.

• Exposure to equipment cleaning solutions and disinfectants.

• PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• Clinical – Access to patient information that is not restricted (an example of restricted information is ARU) – Level 3.

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United Health Services Job ID #R . Posted job title: Trauma Coordinator - Wilson Medical Center ED

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is more than a healthcare system. We are a compassionate, people-focused organization dedicated to improving the health of the communities that we serve.

As a locally owned, not-for-profit network, our team of more than 7,000 caregivers and professionals is united by the shared purpose to deliver safe, patient-centered care.

At UHS, every role matters. However you contribute, you will be part of a supportive, connected culture that values your voice and encourages growth. We are committed to helping you thrive through meaningful benefits, development opportunities, and a strong sense of belonging. Here, you are not just building a career—you are making a difference every day in the lives of others.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 403b retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• License and certification reimbursement
• Life insurance
• Sign-On bonus