Program Manager – Trauma Center

Job ID: 1167097_RR00124977

Facility: NYU Langone Hospital–Long Island

Position Type: Full-Time/Regular

Shift: Day

Schedule: Monday – Friday; 9:00AM -5:00PM

Department: Nursing, NYU Langone Hospital–Long IslandTrauma Center (W6492)

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NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Program Manager – Trauma Center.

In this role, the successful candidate Responsible for the oversight and management of the adult and pediatric trauma programs. Manages the Injury Prevention Program and Trauma Registry; involvement with Emergency Medical Services ( EMS) in regards with Process Improvement and policy development; and trauma education for physicians, nurses and Emergency Management System. Oversees trauma quality care and efficient coordination from pre-hospital to discharge and /or rehabilitation. Prepares for and maintains theHospital s trauma designation by The American College of Surgeons (ACS) and New York State Department ofHealth.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Participates in planning, developing, organizing, evaluating and in establishing standards of care policies and procedures for the trauma program. Interacts with most hospital departments in monthly multidisciplinary operations and Process Improvement meetings to ensure compliance requirements of ACS. Serves as the point person for overseeing compliance with ACS standards for trauma verification and designation
  • Assists staff in problem solving related to the care of the trauma patient. Establishes with staff priorities of care and ongoing assessment of the trauma patients. Communicates with transferring hospitals and, with the medical examiner s office.
  • Oversees data collection and Quality InsuranceProcess Improvement as related to trauma care. Maintains a record off all trauma related admissions. Performs daily audit of admissions including medical, nursing and EMS response and documentation. Conducts ongoing Emergency Department(ED) nursing chart review with a member of the ED Nursing staff and reports trends to emergency department Director. Oversees trauma registry. Assures registrars are properly credentialed as required by the ACS. Identifies QI issues and reports to trauma director and Trauma Quality management nurse. Provides clinical and statistical information on trauma to clinical and administrative departments, identifies trends and follow-up.
  • Coordinates Trauma Education (i.e. Advanced Trauma Life Support), Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC), Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course( ENPC), Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support ( PHTLS), programs and quarterly EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM education conferences). Oversees weekly trauma critical CME conference. Collaborates with nursing education to ensure ongoing trauma education for the nursing staff that cares for trauma patients. Provides orientation for new trauma members. Coordinates with the trauma director monthly multidisciplinary trauma conferences.
  • Promotes injury prevention. Distributes injury prevention information within the . Participates in community outreach programs of public education for injury prevention. Serves as a resource for staff in the field of injury prevention. Collaborates with Substance Abuse Services to ensure Screening, Brief Intervention and Referral to Treatment requirements and verifies ACS compliance.
  • Participates in trauma related research.
  • Prepares and oversees Trauma budget. Assists in identification of new equipment to improve trauma care.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a Bachelor’s Degree Nursing or aHealthcare related field. Current and valid NYS Registered Professional Nurse License. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), OR Certified Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN), OR Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) , AND. Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN). 6 – 8 years Experience in ED or Surgical Critical Care. 3 – 5 years Supervisor or manager experience in aHealthcare setting. Excellent communication (both oral and written), interpersonal, organization, skills. Ability to work in a team-oriented fashion; results oriented; comfortable in a deadline driven environment. . Basic computer knowledge, including Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point. .

Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree Nursing or aHealthcare related field.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $143,260.00 – $185,640.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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About NYU Langone Health

Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care

NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.

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Our Hiring Process

Joining Our Team

Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.

Step 1

Apply Online

The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.

Step 2

Schedule Interviews

If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.

Step 3

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If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.

Step 4

Training & Orientation

You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We offer different employment options to fit every schedule and talent area of interest. These options include full time, part time, per diem, internship, and temporary.
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