Interim Director of Trauma Program

Interim Leader of Trauma Program

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JOB SUMMARY

The Trauma Services Program Leader is responsible for the overall planning, direction, administration, coordination, and supervision of the trauma service.

RESPONSIBILITIES & JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops and maintains effective and efficient service delivery systems for assigned departments.
• Develops short and long term goals for assigned department(s) in keeping with the mission and goals of the organization, demonstrates timely update of goals. 
• Actively participates in strategic planning process for assigned department(s), considering existing service and unmet community and organizational needs.
• Develops and implements necessary policies and standards within assigned departments, in accordance with regulatory, legal, administrative and corporate requirements.
• Accountable for ensuring that trauma patients receive care that is in compliance with community, organization, and accreditation standards as well as all Federal regulations and conditions of participation.
• Prepares updates/reports for Administration and Board of Directors as needed.
• Plans and conducts regular department meetings to keep staff informed of current department and system information and policies and to discuss pertinent issues.
• Establishes a climate of mutual trust and respect by dealing with others in a fair and just manner.
• Takes responsibility for staff compliance with policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates effective communication with employee, customers and administration.
• Other duties, as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• BSN required, MSN preferred
• Minimum of 5 years nursing experience in a critical care area that cares for trauma patients (i.e. ICU, ED); Management experience
• Prior Trauma Program Manager experience preferred

LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS