Job Description
Position Title:
Experienced RN - Registered Nurse Pediatric Trauma Process Improvement Coordinator Department:
Trauma Program Job Description:
Special Benefits:
Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for qualified individuals Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles Location:
University of Oklahoma Medical Center Shift Full-Time-Days Join our Pediatric Trauma Program and play a key role in improving outcomes for injured children across our region. Our team leads comprehensive injury prevention initiatives, partnering with schools, community organizations, and public health agencies to reduce childhood injuries through education on car seat safety, drowning prevention, safe sleep, and violence prevention. The program ensures seamless coordination of care from prehospital response through emergency treatment, inpatient care, rehabilitation, and family support. In this Performance Improvement role, you will help drive excellence by analyzing trauma data, identifying trends, supporting quality initiatives, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and clinical outcomes. This is a meaningful opportunity to support a mission‑driven program dedicated to delivering the highest standard of pediatric trauma care. General Description:
Under general direction of the Trauma Program Leadership, collects, maintains and analyzes data reflecting health care provided to patients in an emergency trauma care setting and identifies opportunities for improvement in care Essential Function/Duties:
Has working knowledge of the American College of Surgeons and Oklahoma State Department of Health Trauma Care standards Abstracts and analyzes data from patient charts including demographics, history of injuries and care provided according to the established guidelines of the American College of Surgeons, Oklahoma State Department of Health and OUH Trauma Registry for purposes of performance/process improvement Tracks trauma patients throughout hospital stay, monitors for outcomes, and identifies opportunities to improve outcomes through process changes, policies and education. Assists Trauma Program Leadership in preparing for Trauma M&M, Process Improvement and Patient Safety meetings. Completes Performance Improvement activities through concurrent review of patient care data for identification of trends and early identification of complications Reports pertinent data to the Trauma Program Manager and Trauma Program Director Serves as member of Trauma Operations and Trauma Performance Improvement and Patient Safety Committee Collaborates with Trauma Medical Director, Trauma Program Director and Trauma Program Manager, and applicable departments to establish and monitor Trauma. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required. Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program preferred. Experience:
3 years of clinical trauma experience required. License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:
Current RN License issued by the Oklahoma State Board of Nursing or a current multistate compact RN License (eNLC). Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of principles and practices of trauma registry, medical records and policies and procedures. Knowledge of indexing, classification and staging systems. Excellent knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology pertaining to trauma processes. Database management skills, especially in abstracting and coding trauma related data from medical records and laboratory reports that are computerized. Good computer skills. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Ability to work effectively as part of a team. Excellent organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to analyze information and mentally track multiple situations. Knowledge of Standards of Care, Evidence Based Practice and Performance/Outcome Improvement Processes Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401
(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma's largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma's flagship hospital, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health's oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health's mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.
