Trauma Program Manager (RN)

Trauma Program Manager (RN)

Reporting to the Director of Nursing for Trauma/Neurosciences, the Trauma Program Manager (TPM) provides administrative, operational, and quality oversight for the hospital's trauma program in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director (TMD). The TPM ensures compliance with American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma (COT) standards, state trauma regulations, and hospital policies. This role leads trauma program performance improvement, registry oversight, outreach coordination, injury prevention initiatives, and preparation for COT verification and state trauma designation. The TPM supervises Performance Improvement Coordinators, Trauma Registrars, and the Injury Prevention Coordinator, while collaborating closely with Emergency Services, Surgical Services, ICU, ancillary departments, and hospital leadership to ensure high-quality trauma care and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and operational leadership for the hospital trauma program
• Collaborate with the Trauma Medical Director to ensure compliance with COT standards and state trauma regulations
• Lead trauma performance improvement and patient safety (PIPS) activities
• Oversee trauma registry operations, ensuring accurate and timely data reporting
• Manage trauma program staff, including PI Coordinators, Trauma Registrars, and Injury Prevention Coordinator
• Coordinate trauma outreach, education, and injury prevention programs for the community
• Prepare the trauma program for COT verification and state trauma designation surveys
• Monitor trauma quality metrics and ensure adherence to Joint Commission standards
• Collaborate with Emergency Department, Surgical Services, ICU, and other hospital departments to optimize trauma patient outcomes
• Develop policies, protocols, and best practices aligned with trauma care standards

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) or related healthcare field – Required

Licensure

• Registered Nurse (RN) – Licensed in the State of Florida

Certifications

• Required: BLS, ACLS, TNCC
• Preferred: PALS, ENPC

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in Emergency or Trauma nursing
• Trauma clinical experience (Emergency Department or ICU preferred)
• Experience in Trauma Program Management, Trauma Leadership, or Quality Management
• Strong understanding of Quality Improvement processes and Joint Commission standards
• Knowledge of COT standards and Trauma PIPS processes
• Familiarity with Florida Department of Health Trauma Standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing or related healthcare field
• Experience preparing trauma programs for COT verification or state trauma designation

Candidate Profile

• Experience Level: 2–5+ years leadership experience preferred
• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior Level
• Management Experience: Required
• Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree
• Travel Requirement: None

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to work in high-pressure, fast-paced environments
• Occasional irregular hours based on trauma patient needs
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to lift/move light equipment and engage in hands-on leadership