SSM Health
RN-Trauma Performance Improvement Coordinator
SSM Health, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146
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MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
Job Summary The Performance Improvement Coordinator is an integral member of the Trauma program. Under the direction of the Trauma Program Manager (TPM), the coordinator identifies performance issues, assures timely evaluation, assists with developing action plans, implements those plans, and evaluates effectiveness.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the continuous improvement performance of the trauma program.
Identifies opportunities to improve care of the trauma patient, documents issues in the trauma registry, assists in developing the performance improvement plan, evaluates and validates performance issues/concerns, and maintains the documentation of these PI issues and plans in an organized, traceable format.
Assists the trauma program manager in coordinating trauma performance improvement (PI) committees.
Incorporates the American College of Surgeons, National Trauma Data Standards, and Trauma Outcomes and Performance Improvement (TOPIC) objectives into the PI program and actively participates in the ongoing preparation for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Trauma Re‑Verification site visit.
Collaborates with various disciplines and departments to develop action plans of identified issues.
Develops quality filters, audits, and case reviews and presents focused PI filter reviews that exceed established thresholds.
Identifies trends and sentinel events.
Participates in trauma registry data collection and validation.
Assists in implementing the action plan, monitors its effectiveness through the PI process, ensures completion of action plan items, and creates remediation plans to close loops on identified opportunities for care.
Participates in professional development/educational activities to advance skills and knowledge of trauma care and data information systems.
Demonstrates professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model and uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to evolving health and nursing needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing.
Experience
Three years of registered nurse experience in trauma, critical care, or emergency nursing.
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication; ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and gripping.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs.
Rare climbing.
Licenses and Certifications Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 days of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required depending on department.
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Registered Nurse (RN) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration or RN Issued by Compact State
Registered Nurse (RN) – Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
Registered Nurse (RN) – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type and Department Employee – Trauma Ctr Admin (8457000010)
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave – one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options – voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage – provides upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
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MO-SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital
Job Summary The Performance Improvement Coordinator is an integral member of the Trauma program. Under the direction of the Trauma Program Manager (TPM), the coordinator identifies performance issues, assures timely evaluation, assists with developing action plans, implements those plans, and evaluates effectiveness.
Primary Responsibilities
Responsible for the continuous improvement performance of the trauma program.
Identifies opportunities to improve care of the trauma patient, documents issues in the trauma registry, assists in developing the performance improvement plan, evaluates and validates performance issues/concerns, and maintains the documentation of these PI issues and plans in an organized, traceable format.
Assists the trauma program manager in coordinating trauma performance improvement (PI) committees.
Incorporates the American College of Surgeons, National Trauma Data Standards, and Trauma Outcomes and Performance Improvement (TOPIC) objectives into the PI program and actively participates in the ongoing preparation for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Trauma Re‑Verification site visit.
Collaborates with various disciplines and departments to develop action plans of identified issues.
Develops quality filters, audits, and case reviews and presents focused PI filter reviews that exceed established thresholds.
Identifies trends and sentinel events.
Participates in trauma registry data collection and validation.
Assists in implementing the action plan, monitors its effectiveness through the PI process, ensures completion of action plan items, and creates remediation plans to close loops on identified opportunities for care.
Participates in professional development/educational activities to advance skills and knowledge of trauma care and data information systems.
Demonstrates professional nursing standards defined in the professional practice model and uses the ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses to guide responses to evolving health and nursing needs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensing.
Experience
Three years of registered nurse experience in trauma, critical care, or emergency nursing.
Physical Requirements
Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0–25 lbs.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching, and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.
Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.
Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication; ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.
Frequent keyboard use/data entry.
Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, and gripping.
Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25–50 lbs.
Rare climbing.
Licenses and Certifications Resuscitation Certification Requirement: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) required within 90 days of employment. Other resuscitation certifications may be required depending on department.
Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Registered Nurse (RN) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration or RN Issued by Compact State
Registered Nurse (RN) – Oklahoma Board of Nursing (OBN)
Registered Nurse (RN) – Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Work Shift Day Shift (United States of America)
Job Type and Department Employee – Trauma Ctr Admin (8457000010)
Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
Benefits
Paid Parental Leave – one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro‑rated based on FTE).
Flexible Payment Options – voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers instant access to earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday.
Upfront Tuition Coverage – provides upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members.
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more.
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