Registered Nurse, Trauma Registrar

Overview

Support the trauma program by reviewing medical records, collecting and entering trauma patient data, and maintaining accurate information for state and national trauma registries. This role works closely with clinical teams and trauma program staff to ensure compliance with reporting requirements, improve data quality, and support trauma care and performance improvement initiatives.

Schedule: 40-hours per week
Location: Mercyhealth Hospital and Trauma Center, Janesville, WI
Pay Range: $32.47 - $50.33

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Learn and apply the Abbreviated Injury Scoring System.
  
• Identify medical records for trauma registry entry.
  
• Read and review medical records of trauma patients after discharge.
  
• Work with EMR to obtain records and most up-to-date data requirements for Level II Trauma Centers.
  
• Enter information into the Trauma Registry computer system as required.
  
• Run reports for the Trauma Service on specific system and patient data.
  
• Upload trauma records to the state of WI, NTDB and TQIP on a quarterly basis.
  
• Attend Trauma Registry meetings.
  
• Be available as contact person for Image Trend Vendor Digital Innovations.
  
• General knowledge of medical-record keeping principles and practices.
  
• General knowledge of ICD-10 medical coding system.
  
• Skill in the use of medical dictionaries, textbooks, and the ICD-10 coding manual as references.
  
• Skill in communicating orally with a variety of people to obtain, clarify, or exchange information.
  
• Ability to analyze medical records to determine inaccurate or insufficient information such as forms, reports, notes, or physician's signature in compliance with medical record keeping.
  
• Ability to perform quality abstracting and coding of medical records under specific workload turnaround times in compliance with federal and state laws, American College of Surgeons, National Trauma Data Bank, Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) guidelines, and hospital policies.
  
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of medical information reviewed in medical records.
  
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.
  
• ED or EMT background - familiar with traumatic injuries.
  

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility, Works within approved budget, Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

ADN required upon hire, BSN preferred.
Two years of ER experience preferred

Two years of chart auditing or data extraction preferred

Certification and Licensure

Licensed as an RN in state of practice
BLS certification

Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of keyboard skills and medical terminology preferred.
Excellent oral communication skills and organizational skills
Ability to handle stress and problem solve
Computer experience preferred
Able to work independently
May include color blind test per department guidelines

Special Physical Demands

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or smell. The employee must regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Level of Supervision

Some independent judgment is required, but alternatives are limited by standard practices or procedures.

Supervises

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

PAY RANGE:

$32.47 - $50.33

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
  
• Life & Disability Insurance
  
• FSA/HSA Options
  
• Generous, accruing paid time off
  
• Paid Parental and caregiver leave
  
• Career advancement and educational opportunities
  
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
  
• Certification Reimbursement
  
• Well-being Programs
  
• Employee Discounts
  
• On-Demand Pay
  
• Financial Education
  
• Annual recognition/awards events
  
• Partner appreciation days
  
• Family entertainment/attractions discount
  
• Community service/improvement opportunities
  

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50
• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers
• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women