Trauma Nurse Coordinator – Impact & Quality Improvement

Wellstar Health System; Hephzibah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Trauma Nurse Coordinator at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center delivers bedside trauma nursing support under the Trauma Program Manager, coordinating clinical operations and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

This role requires strong collaboration with the Trauma Team, data collection for QA/PI, and alignment with ACS/Joint Commission standards while supporting continuous quality improvement across the trauma pathway.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated intermediate to advanced computer skills.
• Ability to work in a team and take direction and delegation of tasks.
• Strong communication skills including verbal, written and presentation style.
• Quality Assurance, LEAN, and/or Performance Improvement background preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines and work autonomously.

Responsibilities

• Attends Trauma Activations to participate in care and serve as a resource person to enhance trauma team performance.
• Works collaboratively with the Trauma Team to assure coverage for time sensitive responsibilities/duties.
• Serves as a liaison to clinical areas responsible for the care of the trauma patient.
• Facilitates multidisciplinary performance activities in relation to trauma patient care and outcomes.
• Coordinates the trauma performance improvement program and evaluates data to improve clinical care.
• Prepares QA and reports and supports trauma registry data collection and analysis.

Skills

Computer skills

Teamwork

Communication

Quality Improvement

Interpersonal skills

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's in Nursing (preferred)

Tools

LEAN

QA/PI tools

Job description

The Trauma Nurse Coordinator at Wellstar MCG Health Medical Center delivers bedside trauma nursing support under the Trauma Program Manager, coordinating clinical operations and performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care.

This role requires strong collaboration with the Trauma Team, data collection for QA/PI, and alignment with ACS/Joint Commission standards while supporting continuous quality improvement across the trauma pathway.