Trauma Coordinator - Days - FT - Orange
UCI Health, Orange, CA, United States
About UCI Health
UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County’s only National Cancer Institute‑designated comprehensive cancer center, high‑risk perinatal
eonatal program and American College of Surgeons‑verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
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.
Responsibilities
Collect and abstract trauma patient data.
Use process improvement methods to resolve problems.
Analyze and trend data to enhance patient care.
Provide educational sessions for clinical and public audiences.
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
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. Learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.
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 eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824‑0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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UCI Health is the clinical enterprise of the University of California, Irvine, and the only academic health system based in Orange County. UCI Health is comprised of its main campus, UCI Medical Center, a 459-bed, acute care hospital in Orange, Calif., four hospitals and affiliated physicians of the UCI Health Community Network in Orange and Los Angeles counties and ambulatory care centers across the region. Listed among America’s Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years, UCI Medical Center provides tertiary and quaternary care and is home to Orange County’s only National Cancer Institute‑designated comprehensive cancer center, high‑risk perinatal
eonatal program and American College of Surgeons‑verified Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma center, gold level 1 geriatric emergency department and regional burn center. UCI Health serves a region of nearly 4 million people in Orange County, western Riverside County and southeast Los Angeles County.
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.
Responsibilities
Collect and abstract trauma patient data.
Use process improvement methods to resolve problems.
Analyze and trend data to enhance patient care.
Provide educational sessions for clinical and public audiences.
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
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. Learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.
Consideration for Work Authorization Sponsorship
Must be able to provide proof of work authorization.
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 eec@uci.edu or at (949) 824‑0500, Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
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