Director of Trauma Program

Director Trauma Program - Salem, VA

Schedule: Full-time • No Weekends

A leading acute care hospital in the Salem area has provided quality healthcare services since 1909. This 500 bed hospital specializes in heart and vascular care including the latest advanced technology available through its designated Heart Center as well as orthopedics and spine care, services for mental and behavioral health, and cancer care.

Job Summary

The Trauma Program Director (TPD) is responsible for ensuring all Trauma Center verification standards are met as required by the Virginia Department of Health and the Office of Emergency Services. The TPD oversees operational functions, program assessment, planning, implementation, performance improvement, education, and marketing communications.

This role ensures compliance and maintains the standards of care for trauma patients as set by state, federal, regulatory, and accrediting agencies. The TPD requires strong communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with frequent interaction with physicians and senior administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Survey Readiness: Educate and prepare hospital staff regarding ACS verification and re-verification, utilizing the ACS Guidebook.
• Clinical Activities: Coordinate trauma care management, develop clinical protocols, and serve as a resource for trauma care practices.
• Education: Provide professional staff development, lead case reviews, and direct trauma education and prevention programs.
• Performance Improvement: Monitor clinical outcomes, develop audits and case reviews, and implement remedial actions.
• Administration: Oversee operational, personnel, and financial aspects of the trauma program, representing the program in hospital and community committees.
• Trauma Registry: Supervise data collection, coding, and validation for performance improvement and research.
• Consultation and Liaison: Serve as a resource for internal staff and EMS agencies.
• Research: Participate in trauma research projects, protocol design, and data analysis.
• Community Involvement: Contribute to trauma care system development at community, state, or national levels.
• Management: Recruit, train, and manage trauma team staff to maintain high performance and program success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of clinical nursing leadership experience in trauma, emergency department, ICU, or other critical care areas in an acute care setting.
• Experience coordinating multiple phases of care and managing diverse personnel.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, and CEN or CCRN (within two years of hire).
• Proven experience overseeing trauma programs, preparing for surveys, performance improvement, and managing regulatory components.

Additional Information

• The hospital is a State Level II Trauma Center with a committed administrative and surgical team supporting trauma services.