Trauma Program Manager - Wilmington

Trauma Program Manager – Wilmington Campus (Level III Trauma Center) Are you a dynamic nursing leader with a passion for trauma care and performance improvement? ChristianaCare is seeking a Trauma Program Manager to lead and coordinate our Trauma Program at the Wilmington Campus, a designated Level III Trauma Center. This is a unique opportunity to shape trauma services and drive excellence in patient outcomes through interdisciplinary collaboration and strategic leadership. Primary Function Assumes professional responsibility and accountability for managing all activities of the Trauma Program at the Wilmington Level III Trauma Center, including the organization of services and systems necessary for an interprofessional team approach to treating critically injured patients across the continuum of trauma care. Demonstrates transformational leadership and supports a culture of nursing excellence. Practices within the ChristianaCare Professional Practice Model, supporting relationship-based care, interprofessional collaboration, and shared governance. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage the Trauma Program in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director, ensuring compliance with ACS-COT and State of Delaware Level III Trauma Center standards . Oversee staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and performance evaluations for trauma program personnel. Drive performance improvement initiatives and trauma registry data abstraction. Serve as a clinical role model and promote excellence in trauma patient care. Promotes and provides patient, family, professional and public education related to trauma nursing education such as TNCC, ATCN and ATLS. Lead trauma prevention and community outreach efforts. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance trauma system development and EMS initiatives. Participate in trauma-related research and maintain active involvement in professional trauma organizations. Qualifications Registered Nurse (RN) licensed with ability to obtain Delaware licensure prior to start. Bachelor's degree in Nursing . Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field (or commitment to obtain within 3 years). 3–5 years of experience in critical care, emergency, or trauma nursing. Certification in TNCC or ATCN required; instructor status preferred. Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills. Experience with performance improvement and trauma registry preferred. Professional certification in emergency, trauma, or critical care specialty area required. Why ChristianaCare? A leading healthcare provider committed to excellence in patient care and safety. Collaborative and inclusive work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education. A mission-driven organization focused on health equity and community impact. Ready to make a difference in trauma care? Apply today and join a team that’s transforming healthcare and saving lives. Location: Wilmington, DE Organization: ChristianaCare Schedule: Full-time; Day Shift; Full Time Annual Compensation Range $110,177.60 - $176,280.00. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements. Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC