RN Trauma Coord Full-Time Days

Lake Granbury Medical Center; Granbury (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Education & student loan assistance

Job summary

Lake Granbury Medical Center is seeking a Trauma Program Manager to coordinate a comprehensive trauma program, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead performance improvement. You will partner with clinical and operational leaders to meet state designation and ACS standards while promoting program growth.

You will oversee trauma registry operations, develop policies, and deliver staff education in collaboration with Emergency Department and hospital leadership.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of RN clinical experience required.
• 2-4 years in trauma, emergency, or critical care preferred.
• Experience coordinating trauma program or registry activities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of the trauma program.
• Serve as primary liaison for trauma services with medical staff and partners.
• Develop and maintain trauma program policies and protocols.
• Oversee trauma registry operations and reporting.
• Monitor performance metrics and lead quality improvement.
• Prepare for state designation, ACS verification, and surveys.
• Deliver education and training on trauma care standards.

Skills

Trauma knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Communication skills

Project management

Education

RN licensure

BLS certification

Trauma certifications (preferred)

Tools

Registry databases

Clinical documentation systems

Job description

Why Lake Granbury Medical Center - Nursing Careers That Matter At Lake Granbury Medical Center , nurses are fundamental to our commitment to delivering top-quality, compassionate care to the communities of Hood, Somervell, and Erath Counties. As a Joint Commission-accredited 73-bed facility, you're joining a trusted, full-service community hospital where your expertise truly matters.

What We Offer Nurses

• Competitive compensation
• Paid time off plans for vacations, holidays and illness
• Health insurance, including coverage for medical, dental, vision and prescription drugs
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Education & student loan assistance

Amazing Culture

Job Summary

The Trauma Program Manager coordinates and maintains a comprehensive trauma program to support high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and continuous performance improvement. This role oversees trauma system development, quality initiatives, registry management, accreditation readiness, and staff education. The Trauma Program Manager partners with clinical and operational leaders to ensure trauma services meet state designation, American College of Surgeons (ACS), and organizational standards while promoting program effectiveness and growth.

Essential Functions

• Coordinates daily operations and ongoing development of the facility trauma program in alignment with regulatory and accreditation requirements.
• Serves as the primary liaison for trauma services, collaborating with medical staff, nursing leadership, pre-hospital providers, and external agencies.
• Develops, implements, and maintains trauma program policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Oversees trauma registry operations, ensuring accurate, timely data collection, validation, analysis, and reporting.
• Monitors trauma performance metrics and outcomes, identifying trends and leading performance improvement initiatives.
• Leads trauma-related quality improvement activities, including case reviews, peer review support, and corrective action planning.
• Supports preparation for state designation, ACS verification, and regulatory surveys, maintaining documentation and audit readiness.
• Coordinates and delivers education and training programs related to trauma care standards, protocols, and best practices.
• Partners with Emergency Department and hospital leadership to align trauma program goals with organizational objectives.
• Supports community outreach, prevention initiatives, and collaboration with regional trauma systems and emergency medical services.
• Provides operational guidance during trauma-related events to promote adherence to established protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse required
• 2-4 years of experience in trauma, emergency, or critical care preferred
• Experience supporting trauma program coordination or registry activities preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of trauma systems, clinical protocols, and emergency/critical care standards.
• Knowledge of trauma registry management, quality improvement methodologies, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ability to analyze clinical and operational data to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary initiatives and collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and external partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with registry databases and clinical documentation systems.

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure as applicable by state law required
• BLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• CEN - Certified Emergency Room Nurse preferred or
• TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course preferred or
• ENPC - Emergency Nursing Pediatric Certification preferred or
• Clinical Area of Specialty Certification Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) preferred

Mission: Lake Granbury Medical Center will be the area's provider of choice by delivering quality care and service. Vision: Lake Granbury Medical Center to make the healthcare experience exceptional for our patients, our communities, and each other. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.