Trauma Education & Quality Improvement RN Leader

Valley Children's Healthcare; Madera (CA); Hybrid; USD 119,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Children’s Healthcare is seeking an experienced Trauma Program Coordinator, RN to lead trauma education initiatives, support performance improvement efforts, and help ensure our trauma program meets the highest standards of patient care and regulatory excellence.

This hybrid role offers remote work 1–2 days per week with on-site requirements for meetings, education, and trauma program activities. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the facility.

Qualifications

• BSN and California RN license required.
• 3+ years in Trauma/ED/Critical Care nursing.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• TNCC certification within 12 months of hire.
• ATCN certification within 12 months of hire.
• Strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate, implement, and evaluate trauma education programs for physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote evidence-based practice and ensure compliance with ACS trauma standards and PIPS requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to support continuous quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient outcomes.
• Partner with the Trauma Program Quality Coordinator to identify, prioritize, and address performance improvement and patient safety opportunities.
• Serve as an expert resource for trauma education, clinical practice, and regulatory standards.
• Apply adult learning principles and innovative educational strategies to support professional development across diverse learner populations.
• Assist with trauma verification activities, program initiatives, and organizational projects that support excellence in trauma care.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Critical thinking

Communication

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in Nursing, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Valley Children’s Healthcare is seeking an experienced Trauma Program Coordinator, RN to lead trauma education initiatives, support performance improvement efforts, and help ensure our trauma program meets the highest standards of patient care and regulatory excellence.

This hybrid role offers remote work 1–2 days per week with on-site requirements for meetings, education, and trauma program activities. Candidates must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the facility.