Trauma Program Manager, RN

Applied Health Services, Inc.; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Health in Kalispell, MT seeks a Trauma Program Manager, RN to lead the Northwest Montana trauma program. You will partner with the Trauma Medical Director and a multidisciplinary team to strengthen care, drive performance improvement and elevate education across the organization.

The role welcomes experienced trauma professionals with backgrounds such as Trauma Program Coordinator, Trauma Nurse Educator, or ED leadership and emphasizes leadership and data-driven improvement.

Qualifications

• Must hold Montana RN license or eligibility.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Minimum of three years trauma nursing experience.
• Ability to analyze clinical data and identify opportunities for improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance the trauma program in Northwest Montana with the Trauma Medical Director and multidisciplinary teams.
• Strengthen trauma care, improve outcomes, and drive performance improvement across the organization.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, EMS and other teams to coordinate care and education.
• Develop and implement trauma protocols, policies and processes.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Education

Montana RN license

BSN or related field

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

Job Description Summary
Lead Trauma Care Across Northwest Montana

Are you an experienced trauma nurse or nurse leader ready to take your impact beyond the bedside?

Logan Health is seeking a Trauma Program Manager, RN to lead and advance our trauma program in Northwest Montana. This role partners closely with the Trauma Medical Director and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen trauma care, improve outcomes, support education and drive performance improvement across the organization.

You do not need to have previously held the title of Trauma Program Manager to be considered.

We welcome experienced trauma professionals whose backgrounds may include Trauma Program Coordinator, Trauma Coordinator, Trauma Performance Improvement, Trauma Quality, Trauma Nurse Educator, Emergency Department leadership or significant trauma nursing experience.

If you understand trauma care and are ready to take the next step into program leadership, we want to hear from you.
Our Mission : Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision : Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values : Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced trauma professional who can combine clinical expertise, leadership, communication, education and performance improvement to advance a multidisciplinary trauma program.

Required Qualifications

• Current Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for Montana licensure.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related field.
• Minimum of three (3) years' previous work experience in Trauma nursing required.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience caring for trauma patients.
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, nursing, EMS and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Ability to analyze clinical data, identify opportunities for improvement and coordinate follow-through.

Required Certifications / Designations

The following certifications/designations must be successfully obtained within six (6) months of hire:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course (ENPC)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Instructor

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
• Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN)
• TNCC Course Director
• Previous Trauma Program Manager or Trauma Program Coordinator experience
• Emergency Department nursing or leadership experience
• Trauma performance improvement or quality experience
• Trauma registry or clinical data experienceTrauma education or staff development experience
• Experience developing or implementing trauma protocols, policies or processes
• Experience with trauma program verification, accreditation or regulatory requirements
• Master's degree in Nursing or related field

Don't have every preferred qualification? We still encourage you to apply.

Direct Trauma Program Manager experience is preferred, but not required. We welcome candidates with strong trauma nursing experience and backgrounds in trauma program coordination, performance improvement, education or emergency nursing leadership.

Why Logan Health?

Logan Health Medical Center serves patients throughout Northwest Montana and is part of a broad regional healthcare system.

As Trauma Program Manager, you will have the opportunity to influence trauma care beyond a single unit or department. You'll work alongside physicians, nurses, EMS professionals, clinical leaders and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen the systems that support patients from injury through recovery.

This is an opportunity to combine your trauma expertise with program leadership and make a meaningful impact across the region.

Why Kalispell, Montana?

Located in Montana's Flathead Valley, Kalispell offers an exceptional setting for both professional and personal opportunity.

With Glacier National Park, Flathead Lake, Whitefish and year-round outdoor recreation nearby, the Flathead Valley offers access to hiking, biking, skiing, boating, fishing and other outdoor activities.

For those looking to make a meaningful career move while experiencing life in Northwest Montana, this is an opportunity to do both.

Join Us

Maybe you're already a Trauma Program Manager looking for a new challenge.

Maybe you're a Trauma Program Coordinator ready for the next step.

Maybe you're an Emergency Department nurse leader with significant trauma experience.

Or maybe you're an experienced trauma RN who has developed expertise in performance improvement, education, data or multidisciplinary collaboration and is ready to expand your leadership impact.

If you have the trauma experience, leadership skills and drive to help advance trauma care across our region, we'd like to talk with you.

Bring your trauma expertise. Bring your leadership. Help us strengthen trauma care across Northwest Montana.

Shift:

• Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening
• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.