Develops and establishes operational and strategic goals and objectives consistent with the ACS and VDH Pediatric Trauma designation standards and UVA Health – to include oversight of quality and performance improvement.
Serves as a technical expert of the Pediatric Trauma Program - keeping abreast of current standard, requirements, and best practice for pediatric trauma.
Maintains Pediatric Trauma Registries to include collecting, analyzing and trending data.
Coordinates with the Pediatric Trauma Medical Director, leadership of the adult Trauma Program and UVA Health Children’s, UVA Health administration, and clinicians to develop and maintain policies, procedures, and protocols related to the care of pediatric trauma patients
Coordinates with Pediatric inpatient and ambulatory teams to ensure all designation requirements are met.
Ensures all relevant providers are complaint with Pediatric Trauma guidelines
Monitors the Pediatric and Adult Trauma Teams’ availability and their compliance with relevant policies and standards
Ensures all requirements for Pediatric Trauma designation are supported and implemented in the Emergency Department
Participates in national and state Trauma/EMS committees and organizations
Plans, coordinates, and evaluates Pediatric Trauma-related educational programs for faculty and staff
Monitors faculty and staff compliance with the educational requirements of the Pediatric Trauma Program
Organizes and supports a performance improve program for pediatric trauma in collaboration with the Pediatric Trauma Medical Director and Children’s Quality Director
Supports connection with EMS agencies within the region; supporting their need for education, performance improvement, and communicating any needs
Maintains a close connection with the UVA Health Children’s administration and Children’s Quality teams to align effort between the Pediatric Trauma program and the broader care for pediatric populations
Supports the needs of the trauma peer review committee as needed, representing Pediatric Trauma-specific interests and requirements
Supports the needs of relevant morbidity and mortality reviews and committees as needed
Provides effective leadership to team/work group
Models Effective communication and collaboration skills/behaviors
Takes actions to achieve measurable results
Supports innovation and organizational change to improve effectiveness
Develops talent and coaches peers and other to develop their capabilities
In addition to the above job responsibilities, performs any other duties in alignment with the pediatric trauma designation and all other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 5 years of hire.
Experience: At least 3 years of progressively more responsible experience as a registered nurse in a patient care environment required.
Licensure: License to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Valid Virginia Driver’s license required for managers with responsibility operations in multiple locations. Must have applicable specialty certification at hire or within 3 years .
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
UVA Health includes a hospital, level I trauma center, nationally recognized cancer and heart centers and primary and specialty clinics throughout Central Virginia.
Through research and clinical trials, we stay at the leading edge of the treatments we offer.
We rank among the nation’s top hospitals because our doctors, nurses and caregivers make every effort to push the envelope of healthcare.
UVA Health consists of: