RN/Registered Nurse Trauma Program Coordinator, Harborview Medical Center

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Available

Overtime Pay

Benefits information via UW

Job summary

Harborview Medical Center seeks a Trauma Care Nurse Coordinator (RN) to support care coordination and drive quality in one of the region's leading trauma programs. The role emphasizes evidence-based trauma practice, multidisciplinary collaboration, and patient safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining the trauma registry, QA/QI participation, and coordinating with clinicians to ensure timely communication and high-quality outcomes. Requires WA RN license and 5+ years in trauma/acute care.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program and hold a WA RN license (current or eligible).
• Five or more years of professional nursing experience, preferably in trauma, general surgery, critical/acute care, or emergency services.
• Equivalent education/experience may substitute for minimum qualifications where allowed by law.

Responsibilities

• Support the continuum of trauma patient care and advocate for evidence-based trauma practice guidelines, protocols, and standards of care.
• Collaborate with inpatient trauma clinicians, the Trauma Registry, and the Quality Improvement (QI) team to monitor care and identify opportunities to improve quality and outcomes.
• Conduct concurrent patient monitoring and chart review to identify gaps in care and opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate care and implement corrective measures to support patients along expected care pathways and ensure timely communication of outcomes.
• Perform data abstraction and entry into the Trauma Registry and contribute to QA and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical coordination

Trauma care

Quality improvement

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of nursing

Tools

Trauma Registry

EHR

Job description

Harborview Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a

Harborview Medical Center has an exciting opportunity for a Trauma Care Nurse Coordinator (Registered Nurse) to join our team.

Unitdescription

The Harborview Trauma Program consists of inpatient care coordinators, multidisciplinary clinicians, trauma registrars, quality assurance and improvement, and education outreach teams. Departmental activities include abstracting clinical data for entry into our registry, monitoring and analyzing data, and care coordination of all Harborview trauma admissions to ensure patient safety, best practice standards, and optimal outcomes.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Assist with trauma program evaluation, quality assurance, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain trauma registry and data quality.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, registry staff, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Help maintain Level I Trauma Center designation and quality standards.
• Play a key role in advancing patient safety, quality, and outcomes within one of the region’s leading trauma programs.

SCHEDULE

• 100% FTE
• M-F
• On-site, at Harborview Medical Center

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Support the continuum of trauma patient care, serving as a clinical resource and advocate for evidence-based trauma practice guidelines, protocols, and standards of care.
• Collaborate with inpatient trauma clinicians, the Trauma Registry, and Quality Improvement (QI) team to monitor patient care and identify opportunities to improve quality and outcomes.
• Conduct concurrent patient monitoring and chart review to identify gaps in care, quality concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Help coordinate care and implement corrective measures to support patients along expected care pathways and ensure timely communication of identified quality outcomes.
• Perform patient data abstraction and entry into the Trauma Registry and contribute to quality assurance and process improvement initiatives.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary trauma care team, using strong clinical expertise, communication skills, attention to detail, and knowledge of trauma care to promote high-quality patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing
• Current or eligible Washington State Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Five or more years of professional nursing experience, preferably in trauma, general surgery, critical/acute care, or emergency services
• Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE - WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored.

Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits And Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$46.97 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$87.02 hourly

Other Compensation

BSN or Higher pay $1.00/hr Certification pay $1.25/hr Relocation Available Over time Pay

Benefits

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

SEIU 1199NW HMC RN

About The UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail].

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.