Trauma & Stroke Program Lead – Data & Quality

Effingham Hospital, Inc.; Springfield (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Effingham Hospital, Inc. seeks a Trauma/Stroke Coordinator to support trauma center verification and designations. The role involves data abstraction, reporting, and collaboration with leadership to improve injury prevention initiatives and patient care outcomes.

The coordinator will develop staff competencies, monitor adherence to guidelines, and serve as a resource for trauma/stroke care across departments, while maintaining patient confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Georgia Registered Nursing license (RN) and be eligible for BLS, ACLS, TNCC, NRP, NIHSS certification and PALS.
• Three years of nursing experience in trauma/emergency care; supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain trauma center verification and designation per Joint Commission and state guidelines.
• Abstract and report trauma/stroke cases following Trauma/Stroke Registration guidelines.
• Develop and implement performance improvement plans and risk management activities.
• Coordinate staff education and annual competency development for trauma/stroke care.
• Act as Trauma Team Chair and liaise with hospital departments and external agencies.
• Ensure compliant nursing care in accordance with hospital policies and Georgia nursing standards.

Skills

Trauma care coordination

Data analysis

Staff education

Communication

Autonomy

Education

RN program

Tools

Trauma registry

Job description

Effingham Hospital, Inc. seeks a Trauma/Stroke Coordinator to support trauma center verification and designations. The role involves data abstraction, reporting, and collaboration with leadership to improve injury prevention initiatives and patient care outcomes.

The coordinator will develop staff competencies, monitor adherence to guidelines, and serve as a resource for trauma/stroke care across departments, while maintaining patient confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.