Trauma Performance Improvement RN

Job Overview

Under the direct supervision of the Trauma Program Manager and through the use of the trauma registry, the Trauma Performance Improvement Coordinator monitors and evaluates the quality of clinical care provided to the injured patient concurrently via chart review and patient rounding. Develops and supports performance improvement initiatives through multidisciplinary rounding, chart review and education.

Hours: 40 Hours- Full-Time

Location: Lowell General Main Campus

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Massachusetts RN Licensure.

2. Three (3) Years of RN experience in a Trauma Center.

3. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

4. Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification.

5. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

6. Obtain Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) AND Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) within 12 months of hire.

7. Attend trauma program specific education as assigned - i.e. TOPIC.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Develops the quality improvement program of the Trauma Division in accordance with American College of Surgeons, Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the hospital's trauma quality program.
• Assists with quality data entry and validation through the trauma registry, maintaining established standards set forth by the National Trauma Data Standard.
• Assists and supports the administration of trauma care to the injured patient at the bedside, while serving as a clinical expert to the clinical team.
• Identifies performance improvement issues through event identification, primary, secondary, tertiary review, clinical rounding and ongoing monitoring of registry data.
• Utilizing established guidelines, responsible for trauma primary review in collaboration with TPM and Trauma Registrars.
• Attends and assists with facilitating Performance Improvement meetings with case development, presentation and follow-up and monitoring for effectiveness of cases that cannot be closed at primary review.
• Organizes and assists the Trauma Medical Director with secondary and tertiary review of morbidity/mortality of all trauma patients.
• Assists with presentation and recording of the Trauma Performance Improvement Committee meetings, Trauma PIPS/MDPR meetings and TOPPS meetings.
• Attends hospital quality and performance improvement meetings as assigned.
• Coordinates with hospital departments to facilitate a collaborative relationship between the trauma program and other hospital programs such as risk, quality and safety, nurse practice council and performance improvement council.
• Assists with data submission to the American College of Surgeons and works collaboratively with the TPM, Registrars and other organization staff to prepare for verification visits/activities from the American College of Surgeons.
• Serves as a clinical resource for the team caring for the trauma patient.
• Responds to trauma activations in the ED to serve as a resource for the bedside staff.
• Through bedside rounding and just-in-time education, collaborates with all members of the clinical team caring for the patient in both emergency and inpatient settings.
• Develops and participates in educational programs as assigned.

About Lowell General

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

About Tufts Medicine

A healthcare system that works Tufts Medicine is more than a health system - we're a community that empowers people to live their best lives by reimagining healthcare, advancing knowledge and pioneering discovery. Every team member plays an integral role in realizing our vision of creating the most equitable and frictionless healthcare experience in the world. Here, you'll join an enthusiastic community that champions your growth and receive generous benefits to support you and your family's well-being.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.