Trauma Program Coordinator - Trauma Service - F/T - Days

University of California - Irvine Health; Orange (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Irvine Health is seeking a Trauma Coordinator to oversee the collection of trauma patient data for the Trauma Service. The role uses process improvement methods to resolve problems and improve trauma care and systems operations.

The position requires 5+ years of trauma care experience in ICU or ED, a BSN, and ACLS certification within six months of hire. Strong data analysis and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required.
• Minimum 5 years of trauma patient care experience in ICU or Emergency Department.
• ACLS certification obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Strong communication and data analysis skills.
• Understanding of performance improvement processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee collection of trauma patient data for the Trauma Service.
• Use process improvement methods to resolve problems and enhance care and operations.
• Abstract data from patient records for analysis and trending.
• Contribute to clinical education for physicians, nurses, pre-hospital personnel, and the public.

Skills

Performance improvement

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Trauma care experience (ICU/ED)

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

MSN (preferred)

Tools

Trauma registry knowledge

ACLS (within 6 months of hire)

Job description

Who We Are

UCI Health is one of California's largest academic health systems and the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine. Established on July 1, 1976, UCI Health has grown into a 1,461-bed health system that includes UCI Health - Orange, UCI Health - Irvine, four Community Network hospitals and a growing network of ambulatory care centers across Orange and Los Angeles counties.

As Orange County's only academic health systems, UCI Health is home to the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center based in the county, the region's only American College of Surgeons-verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, American College of Emergency Physicians Gold Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department and a nationally recognized regional burn center verified by the American Burn Association. Powered by UC Irvine, UCI Health serves 5.6 million people across Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County through excellence in patient care, research and medical education.

Your Role on the Team

Position Summary:

The Trauma Coordinator oversees the collection of trauma patient data information relating to the UCI Medical Center Trauma Service. Will use the Process Improvement Structure to resolve identified problems and enhance trauma patient care and trauma systems operations. Utilizes coding knowledge to abstract data from patient records for analysis and trending. Participates in clinical education for physicians, nurses and pre-hospital personnel, as well as education to the public.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required Qualifications:

• Understanding of performance improvement processes
• Strong communication skills
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data
• Minimum 5 years of experience caring for trauma patients in either the Intensive Care Unit or Emergency Department
• Good organization skills and ability to prioritize assignments
• All external candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• ACLS certification obtained within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• MSN Degree
• Knowledge of trauma registry usage and injury coding

Licenses and Certifications:

• Registered Nurse
• Basic Life Support
• Pediatric Advanced Life Supp

Education:

Total Rewards

We offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to Work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page: https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact UCI's Employee Experience Center (EEC) at [e-mail] or at [phone], Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship

Must be able to provide proof of work authorization