Pediatric Trauma Program Manager

Charlottesville, VA

Full Time

UVA Health is seeking a Pediatric Trauma Program Coordinator to help lead and support the expansion of our trauma designation to a Level I Pediatric Trauma Center. This is a vital leadership opportunity for a motivated RN with a strong background in pediatric trauma, specifically in the emergency department or PICU.

‌In this role, you will work collaboratively with trauma medical directors and hospital leadership to coordinate all aspects of the pediatric trauma program, including program development, case review, data collection and submission, and preparation for site visits. You will play a key role in ensuring quality patient care, adherence to trauma standards, and readiness for the upcoming pediatric Level I designation review within the next two years.

Preferred qualifications:

• RN with five or more years of experience in pediatric trauma, emergency, or critical care (PICU)
• Strong understanding of trauma systems and pediatric care standards
• Experience in program development, quality improvement, or case management preferred
• Management and/or administrative experience a plus
• Excellent communication, organizational, and data management skills

Join us in shaping the future of pediatric trauma care at UVA Health.

• Develops and establishes operational and strategic goals and objectives consistent with the ACS and VDH pediatric trauma designation standards and UVA Health — including oversight of quality and performance improvement.
• Serves as a technical expert of the pediatric trauma program — keeping abreast of current standards, requirements, and best practices for pediatric trauma.
• Maintains pediatric trauma registries, including collecting, analyzing, and trending data.
• Coordinates with the pediatric trauma medical director, leadership of the adult trauma program and UVA Health Children’s, UVA Health administration, and clinicians to develop and maintain policies, procedures, and protocols related to the care of pediatric trauma patients.
• Coordinates with pediatric inpatient and ambulatory teams to ensure all designation requirements are met.
• Ensures all relevant providers are compliant with pediatric trauma guidelines.
• Monitors the pediatric and adult trauma teams’ availability and their compliance with relevant policies and standards.
• Ensures all requirements for pediatric trauma designation are supported and implemented in the emergency department.
• Participates in national and state trauma/EMS committees and organizations.
• Plans, coordinates, and evaluates pediatric trauma-related educational programs for faculty and staff.
• Monitors faculty and staff compliance with the educational requirements of the pediatric trauma program.
• Organizes and supports a performance improvement program for pediatric trauma in collaboration with the pediatric trauma medical director and Children’s quality director.
• Supports connection with EMS agencies within the region, supporting their need for education, performance improvement, and communicating any needs.
• Maintains a close connection with the UVA Health Children’s administration and Children’s quality teams to align efforts between the pediatric trauma program and the broader care for pediatric populations.
• Supports the needs of the trauma peer review committee as needed, representing pediatric trauma-specific interests and requirements.
• Supports the needs of relevant morbidity and mortality reviews and committees as needed.
• Provides effective leadership to team/work group.
• Models effective communication and collaboration skills and behaviors.
• Takes actions to achieve measurable results.
• Supports innovation and organizational change to improve effectiveness.
• Develops talent and coaches peers and others to develop their capabilities.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, performs any other duties in alignment with the pediatric trauma designation and all other duties as assigned.

Position compensation range: $76,398.40–$122,241.60 annually

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited nursing program; master’s degree in a related field within five years of hire.
• Experience: Three years of progressively more responsible experience in a patient care environment (preferably trauma and/or emergency care).
• Licensure: License to practice as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Apply online: https://careers.uvahealth.org/us/en/job/R0074834/‌

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job occasionally requires traveling some distance to attend meetings and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

About UVA Health

Based in Charlottesville, Va., UVA Health embodies the leadership and inventiveness personified by its founder, Thomas Jefferson. In 1825, Jefferson established the nation’s 10th medical school, which has since grown into a nationally renowned academic medical center. UVA Health includes a 612-bed hospital, level I trauma center, children's hospital and primary and specialty clinics throughout Central Virginia. Ranked among the best hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, UVA has doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals recognized as leaders in their fields and who make every effort to push the envelope of medicine. Search for our jobs at https://jobs.virginia.edu.

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