HCA Healthcare

RN Trauma PI Coordinator

HCA Healthcare • $75K — $95K *
San Antonio, TX 78228In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Yesterday
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum three years of recent hospital nursing experience in Critical Care or Emergency nursing required
  • Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred
  • Current Texas nursing license and current BLS certification
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) or Advanced Trauma Life Support Course preferred

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate PIPS activities with Trauma Medical Director and Trauma Program Manager
  • Assist in identifying adverse events and implementing action plans for quality improvement
  • Develop and implement clinical systems to enhance trauma service performance
  • Assist in the development and evaluation of the Trauma PIPS Plan
  • Conduct concurrent and retrospective case reviews for quality compliance
  • Communicate trauma performance issues to medical leadership
  • Entry and validation of data in the Trauma Registry and PI database
  • Monitor quality issues and PI events to improve trauma care process

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, dental, vision, and behavioral health
  • Free counseling and wellbeing support services
  • Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage
  • 401(k) Plan with a generous employer match and employee stock purchase options
  • Tuition assistance and education support programs
  • Additional benefits including life insurance and legal counseling
Full Job Description
Trauma PI Coordinator

Job Summary and Qualifications

AThe Trauma Performance Improvement (PI) Coordinator works in collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director (TMD), Trauma Program Manager (TPM) or Trauma Program Director (TPD), sub-specialists, nursing and medical teams, and ancillary services to coordinate all aspects of the Trauma Department's Performance Improvement and Patient Safety (PIPS) Program. The Trauma PI Coordinator conducts performance reviews of the continuum of care from the prehospital setting to hospital discharge and determines compliance with patient care practice management guidelines, policies, procedures, and established standards of care. The Trauma PI Coordinator possesses in-depth knowledge of chart abstraction and the trauma registry, including reporting, data analysis, trend identification and benchmarking of outcomes based upon the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), as well as regional standards and recommendations for quality and maintenance for trauma center designation/re-designation. The Trauma PI Coordinator will assume 24-hour responsibility for the coordination of nursing care of trauma patients throughout the hospital. Must ensure that the trauma services for MHS are in constant compliance with TJC and state regulations appropriate for the level of trauma designation maintained in the various facilities.

Your role will include:

  • Coordinates PIPS activities with the TMD and TPM or TPD to facilitate overall Trauma Program quality assurance.
  • Assists the TMD and TPM or TPD with identifying adverse events and implementing subsequent action plans, measurable through patient outcomes and problem resolution, outcomes improvement, and assurance of patient safety (loop closure / event resolution) according to the Trauma PIPS plan.
  • Develops and implements clinical and organizational systems that result in the performance
  • improvement of the trauma service line by coordinating implementation and revision of guidelines for the care of the patient.
  • Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of the Trauma PIPS Plan.
  • Completes concurrent and retrospective review of cases to identify quality, timelines and systems of care to meet DSHS standards.
  • Communicates existing or potential trauma performance improvement issues and opportunities identified in trauma case evaluation and reports trending to the TMD and TPM or TPD.
  • Enters PI information into the Trauma Registry and/or Trauma PI database to ensure adequate documentation is captured to demonstrate adherence to regulatory standards. 8. Assumes responsibility for issue/event identification, validation and analysis, including Trauma Registry review and validation of data elements.
  • Tracks and reports any identified quality issues and/or PI events. Monitors PI events, opportunities for improvement, deaths, discharge to hospice, transfers in/out, hospital events, adherence to trauma service practice management guidelines, policies and procedures, actions and loop closure/event resolution to improve trauma patient care process and outcomes.
  • Prepares selected cases for PI meetings and/or multidisciplinary peer review meetings.


What qualifications you will need:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with an Associate Degree in Nursing
  • Minimum three years of recent hospital nursing experience in Critical Care or Emergency nursing required. Must have recent experience and proficiency with computer databases, word processing, and spreadsheet programs.
  • Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred.
  • Current license to practice professional nursing in the State of Texas and current BLS.
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) and/or Instructor, or Advanced Trauma Life Support Course, Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)


Benefits

Methodist Healthcare, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

About HCA Healthcare

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Join the dedicated team at HCA Healthcare, a leading provider in the medical field, and be part of a company known for its exceptional care and commitment to innovation. At HCA Healthcare, we offer a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to grow their careers in a supportive and diverse environment.

Work You’ll Do

At HCA Healthcare, you will contribute to a culture that values patient care above all. Our team members are equipped with the skills and resources needed to provide outstanding healthcare services. With positions ranging from nursing to administrative roles, HCA Healthcare is actively hiring and offers a dynamic workplace where leadership and professional growth are encouraged.

Innovate and Lead

Join a team where innovation is at the heart of everything we do. HCA Healthcare is a place where you can lead efforts to improve patient outcomes using the latest technologies and practices in the healthcare industry. Our leadership is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion, ensuring all team members can thrive.

Professional Growth and Development

HCA Healthcare believes in nurturing the growth of its employees through robust professional development and training programs. Whether you are just starting your career or are a seasoned professional, we provide the tools and training necessary to advance your skills and take on new challenges. Explore our wide range of career paths and find the position that best suits your skills and passions.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. From comprehensive health insurance to retirement plans and employee wellness programs, HCA Healthcare takes care of its team. Our inclusive culture and commitment to work-life balance make HCA Healthcare a desirable place to work.

Internship and Networking Opportunities

For those new to the healthcare field, HCA Healthcare offers internship programs that provide real-world experience and a pathway to full-time employment. Additionally, our extensive professional network allows for endless networking opportunities, helping you to build relationships and advance your career.

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Size
204,000 employees
Market Cap
$67.9 billion
Industry
Healthcare
Net Income
$3.7 billion
Founded
1968
5 Year Trend
+7.2%
Revenue
$51.5 billion
NASDAQ
HCA
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