Trauma Program Director|RN

Trauma Program Director ( RN) Location: Destin, Florida | Relocation offered

Shift: Mon-Fri Days

Key Responsibilities

• Program Leadership & Operations: Directs daily operations of the trauma program, coordinating management across the continuum of trauma care from admission through discharge.

• Regulatory & Compliance Oversight: Ensures continuous compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., TJC, AHCA) and leads preparation for verification and re-verification site visits as a designated Trauma Center.

• Performance Improvement: Collaborates with PI coordinators and the Trauma Medical Director to monitor clinical processes, outcomes, and system issues, developing quality filters, audits, and case reviews.

• Clinical Guidelines & Protocol Implementation: Spearheads the planning and implementation of clinical protocols, practice management guidelines, and staff education.

• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Serves as a vital clinical resource and liaison between nursing staff, trauma surgeons, emergency department teams, and hospital leadership.

Job Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensure: Current active Florida Registered Nurse (RN) license or recognized compact licensure.

• Education: Associate Degree Nursing, BSN preferred.

• Certifications:
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification (or obtained within 30 days of start).
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (or obtained within 30 days of start).
• Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) or Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) required within 6 months of hire.
• Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) preferred.

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional nursing experience in an inpatient critical care, emergency department, or trauma nursing area/ICU, accompanied by a strong background in trauma system management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: Competitive tiered structure based on years of experience.

• Sign-On & Relocation Bonus: Eligible on a case-by-case basis.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, tuition/education assistance, employee stock purchase plan, and generous Paid Time Off (PTO) programs.