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Clinical Program Specialist - Trauma

Owensboro Health

Location: 42303
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: January 30, 2025
Clinical Program Specialist - Trauma Nursing Hours: M-F 8AM-4:30PM Days - Full-time Paygrade/Wages/Salary Info: 21A -
Job Summary Facilitates efficient, effective, quality care for the trauma population across the continuum, utilizing advanced education, expert clinical skills, and practice. Collaborates with the entire multi-disciplinary team to assist with the care management for trauma patients and to enhance customer satisfaction and maximize patient outcomes. # Job Responsibilities Utilizes the plan of care to monitor patient progress and assure patient requirements are matched with appropriate resources. Facilitates the progress and outcome of the patient#s plan of care. Utilizes evidence based practice when interacting with the patient and family and has a good understanding of accepted trauma guidelines. Identifies patients for the trauma registry through daily data abstraction and/or rounding. Assists and serves as a role model to the Emergency Department (ED) staff in the care of the trauma patients. Assists in preparation for the American College of Surgeons (ACS) site visits/verification process. Assists the Trauma Registrar in data entry, reporting, and evaluation of trauma data. Works with the hospital staff to assure documentation of care of the trauma patient is thorough and consistent. Participates in the education of hospital nursing, Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel, and the community in trauma and prevention related subjects. Identifies all performance improvement patient care issues throughout daily chart review and collaboration with the care team and reports to the Director of Trauma Services/Trauma Services Medical Director. Assists the Director of Trauma Services in the development, implementation, and evaluation of a quality plan which is multidisciplinary and patient outcome focused. Enters performance improvement issues into the registry and assures that all issues are addressed and #loop closed# within a timely manner. Notifies the Director of Trauma Services of any issues that cannot be closed due to issues beyond their control. Participates in Registry validation activities by scheduled chart review and reports findings to Director of Trauma Services. Identifies learning needs of the nursing staff, patient and family, professionals, and lay community regarding the trauma population and the trauma guidelines. Functions as a patient advocate and encourages patient advocacy through the multi-disciplinary team. Completes job specific orientation, trauma specific competencies (input, evaluation and reporting) from the National Trauma Databank software. Represents Owensboro Health and Trauma Services in a variety of local and regional public professional meetings. Provides timely follow-up to hospitals who transfer patient#s into Owensboro Health. Participates in research studies for publication and epidemiology research to demonstrate program growth, process improvements, and medical practice improvements. Assists and develops weekly and/or monthly trauma meetings/presentations. Collects, trends, and tracks performance improvement data to improve patient outcomes. Develops a strong working relationship with medical staff providers in various disciplines. Qualifications Bachelor#s degree or higher in Nursing required upon hire A minimum of 3 years# relevant experience required RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse. Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this position AND ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 12 months of employment in this position AND Trauma - Certification in Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC) required within 12 months of employment in this position Skills and Attributes Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment . Works under minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit/department scope of service. Physical Demands Standing: Occasionally Walking: Occasionally Sitting: Frequently Lifting 0-25 lbs: Rarely Lifting 25-75 lbs: Never Lifting over 75 lbs: Never Carrying 0-25 lbs: Rarely Carrying 25-75 lbs: Never Carrying over 75 lbs: Never Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Never Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Never Climbing: Rarely Bending/Stooping: Rarely Kneeling: Rarely Crouching/Crawling: Rarely Reaching: Occasionally Talking: Frequently Hearing: Occasionally Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Never Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Never Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Owensboro Health Core Commitments INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers. RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community. TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future. INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health. SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do. EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.