Trauma Process Improvement Coordinator

Overview

The Trauma Process Improvement Coordinator serves as the primary resource for coordinating and advancing the Trauma Program's performance improvement and patient safety initiatives. Working collaboratively with physicians, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams, this role monitors clinical outcomes, analyzes trauma registry data, identifies opportunities for improvement, and facilitates evidence-based process improvement activities to enhance the quality and safety of trauma care.

This position is responsible for supporting the organization's Trauma Program by ensuring ongoing compliance with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Committee on Trauma standards and Stanislaus County Emergency Medical Services Agency (SCEMSA) requirements. The coordinator leads multidisciplinary case reviews, tracks quality metrics and patient outcomes, develops and implements performance improvement plans, and prepares reports for trauma committees, leadership, and regulatory agencies.

The Trauma Process Improvement Coordinator serves as a subject matter expert on performance improvement methodologies, regulatory readiness, and evidence-based quality initiatives. This role provides education and consultation to physicians, leaders, and clinical staff, helping drive continuous quality improvement, accreditation readiness, regulatory compliance, and optimal patient outcomes across the Trauma Program.

Job Description

Education

Nursing, Business Administration, Organizational, Leadership or related field

Certification &

Licensure

RN-Registered Nurse of California

OR MD-Medical Doctor

Department required certification & licensure

Certification &

Licensure

RN-Registered Nurse of California

Typical

Experience

5 years recent relevant experience.

Skills and knowledge

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Power Point, and Excel is required. Ability to format tables, retrieve data via queries, and create presentations via Power Point. Ability to navigate an electronic health record required.

In-depth Knowledge of accreditation and regulatory standards

Must demonstrate written/verbal interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills. ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of personalities and departments, including medical staff members.

Ability to manage own time and schedule own tasks. Must have initiative to work effectively without constant supervision and direction.

Lean principles

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days of the Week

Monday - Friday

Weekend

Requirements

As Needed

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $75.33 to $98.67 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.