Trauma/Stroke Designation Coordinator

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Functional Title: Trauma/Stroke Designation Coordinator
Job Title: Nurse III
Agency: Dept of State Health Services
Department: EMS/Trauma Systems Section
Posting Number: 18173
Closing Date: 09/21/2026
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Salary Range: $5,919.04- $8,886.16
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-24
Shift: Day
Additional Shift:
Telework:
Travel: Up to 30%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (RDM)
Other Locations:
MOS Codes: 290X,46AX,46FX,46NX,46PX,46SX,46YX,66B,66C,66E,66F,66G,66H,66N,66P,66R,66S,66T,66W

Brief Job Description:

The EMS Trauma Systems Section Designation Program awards trauma, stroke, neonatal and maternal designations to hospitals meeting the designation rules and requirements. Designation Coordinators are registered nurses who participate in validation surveys, resurveys, initial surveys, investigations, and follow up visits related to the designation survey process. The designation coordinator serves as a preceptor for orientation of new surveyors and program manager.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs):

Designation Requirement Review: Conduct desk reviews, on-site surveys of facilities seeking initial designation or re-designation, to determine if requirements, regulations, and rules are met. Work includes compiling, review, and analysis of complex, technical information derived from clinical record reviews, facility program management and business record reviews, patient, and facility staff interviews, and onsite observations. (40%)

Training: Plans, assigns, and performs analysis of work for designation reports and defines needs for training and facility designation education. Provides consultation and serves as a preceptor and mentor in the orientation and initial training of newly employed designation surveyors and program managers. (30%)

Public Relations: Represents the agency by providing information and collaborating with stakeholders, customers, other state agencies, state and national partners. (15%)

Regional Advisory Council Participation: Shares updates on the designation process, rules, and survey process at the regional advisory council meetings and established technical assistance programs. (10%)

Disaster Response: May include serving in a supporting role and assisting to maintain continuity of operations of the agency. (5%)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of: state and federal health care laws and regulations relevant to program areas; health care facility operation, regulation, and procedures.

Skill in: managing multiple tasks and competing priorities; identifying problems, evaluating alternatives, and negotiating and implementing solutions; working collaboratively and cooperatively with culturally diverse groups.

Ability to: prepare and maintain records, complete appropriate data entry, interpret policies, procedures, and health care facility regulations, organize and present information effectively, both orally and in writing, use computers and software for word processing, database management, and report writing.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:

Registered Nurse Licensed in the State of Texas or a state that recognizes reciprocity through the Nurse Licensure Compact.

Initial Screening Criteria:

1. Bachelor’s degree in nursing required.
2. Graduation from an accredited program with experience in the assigned designated clinical areas.
3. Must have at least five years of registered nurse experience and working in a facility that has a level of designation (or provides equivalent care if applying from out of state and the state does not have designation processes).
4. Experience providing and directing the delivery of treatment and services in a clinical environment in hospitals.
5. Must have experience in performance improvement or quality assessment.
6. Experience as a designation program manager is preferred.

Additional Information:

The salary offered to the selected candidate will be at or near the midpoint of the posted salary range, depending on qualifications and other factors.

DSHS will provide mobile workers and telework employees with a computer and related equipment. Selected applicants must have a home office location free from distraction, the ability provide personal home internet service, and the ability to ensure confidentiality in the workplace.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at

ADA Accommodations:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on aiapply.co or via email at View email address on aiapply.co.

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility:

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form