Trauma Registrar

Trauma RegistrarSaint Joseph, MO, United States (On-site)Job DescriptionResponsible for the collection, abstraction, validation, and submission of trauma patient data in accordance with state and American College of Surgeons (ACS) trauma registry requirements. Maintains trauma registry data integrity, supports trauma performance improvement initiatives, assists with regulatory and verification activities, and prepares reports used to evaluate trauma program outcomes. Collaborates with the Trauma Program Manager, Trauma PI Coordinator, physicians, nursing staff, EMS partners, and external agencies to support trauma program goals, injury prevention initiatives, education activities, and trauma verification readiness. Serves as a trauma program resource and contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts across the trauma continuum of care.ResponsibilitiesTrauma Registry ManagementIdentify and abstract all trauma patients meeting state and ACS inclusion criteria.Enter, validate, and maintain trauma registry data in accordance with state and national requirements.Perform quality assurance reviews of trauma registry data to ensure accuracy and completeness.Submit required trauma data to state and national repositories within established timelines.Generate routine and ad hoc reports to support trauma program operations and performance improvement activities.Performance Improvement and Patient Safety (PIPS)Participate in trauma performance improvement activities.Conduct medical record reviews and data audits to identify opportunities for improvement.Collaborate with the Trauma Program Manager and Trauma Coordinators to monitor identified patient care concerns.Assist with regulatory readiness, verification activities, and trauma program evaluations. Maintain knowledge of current trauma standards, evidence-based practice, and registry requirements.Education:LPN/Paramedic - Successful Completion of LPN or Paramedic Program - RequiredWork Experience2 Years - Nursing or Paramedic Experience - RequiredLicenses and CertificationsLPN/Paramedic - State Licensure in the state of Missouri or Kansas, depending upon designated work location - Required ORParamedic- State Licensure in the state of Missouri or Kansas, depending upon designated work location - RequiredBasic Life Support (BLS) - Required within 90 daysAdvanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Required within 1 YearPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Required within 1 YearAIS 15 Course - Required within 60 daysCAISS - Required within 1 YearICD-10 Course - Required within 6 monthsTrauma Registry Course - Required within 30 days