Trauma Data & Quality Improvement Coordinator

UC Irvine; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Trauma Coordinator at UCI Health oversees trauma patient data collection for the Trauma Service at UCI Medical Center, using a Process Improvement structure to resolve issues and enhance care. Responsibilities include coding data from patient records for analysis, and delivering clinical education for physicians, nurses, pre-hospital personnel, and the public.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in trauma care, a BSN, ACLS within 6 months of hire, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• BSN required for external candidates.
• ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Trauma care experience in ICU or Emergency Department.
• Strong analytical skills with data interpretation.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee trauma patient data collection for the Trauma Service.
• Use Process Improvement Structure to resolve problems and enhance trauma care and operations.
• Use coding knowledge to abstract data from patient records for analysis and trending.
• Participate in clinical education for physicians, nurses and pre-hospital personnel, as well as public education.

Skills

Performance improvement

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Trauma care experience

Organization skills

BSN required

ACLS certification

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

MSN degree

Job description

The Trauma Coordinator at UCI Health oversees trauma patient data collection for the Trauma Service at UCI Medical Center, using a Process Improvement structure to resolve issues and enhance care. Responsibilities include coding data from patient records for analysis, and delivering clinical education for physicians, nurses, pre-hospital personnel, and the public.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in trauma care, a BSN, ACLS within 6 months of hire, and strong analytical and communication skills.