RN/Registered Nurse, Trauma Injury Severity Coder

Job Description Harborview Medical Center is seeking an experienced Trauma Registered Nurse interested in joining our Trauma Registry Team, specializing in Injury Severity Coding. UNIT DESCRIPTION The trauma registry is a complex database utilized by trauma hospitals to guide process and quality improvement efforts. Important secondary uses of registry data include education and outreach programs, injury prevention initiatives, clinical care research and local and state policy development. The Harborview Trauma Registry Team reviews a wide variety of data points ranging from prehospital and referring provider care, emergency resuscitation and surgical interventions, and inpatient care activities through discharge. DUTIES (not limited to) Identify all the injuries of patients meeting trauma registry inclusion criteria and enter them into the trauma registry software. Assign Abbreviated Injury Scores (AIS) and ICD-9 (or ICD-10) diagnosis codes for each injury and calculating an Injury Severity Score (ISS). Chart review and diagnosis clarification with care providers (when necessary). Identify quality concerns in care or complications, report to appropriate trauma quality improvement channels. Abstraction of data fields may be required as determined by the registry management to meet the needs of state or Harborview Quality Improvement demands. Report Injury Severity Scores (ISS) to appropriate contacts and provider billing. SCHEDULE 100% Remote (out of state OK) 20 hrs./ week Monday-Sunday (primarily weekdays, with occasional non-mandatory, weekend shift) REQUIREMENTS Have/Obtain a Washington State RN Licensure or MSL Graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Three or more years in Trauma/General Surgery, Critical and or Acute care, Emergency care or equivalent education and experience Clinical expertise in the care of trauma patients Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, good verbal and written communication skills. Experience with data management, spreadsheet, e-mail and word processing skills An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for stated requirements. ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion. ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $45.59 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $84.47 hourly Other Compensation: BSN or higher premium $1.00/hr Certification premium $1.25/hr Weekend shift differential $4.00/hr Overtime pay Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 50.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1199NW HMC RN About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law. 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