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Description Summary: The Trauma Registrar Senior will provide data entry support for the Trauma Registry. The Trauma Registrar Senior will be responsible for assistance in maintaining the CHRISTUS Health Care System's Trauma Registry in compliance with all requirements of the Department of State Health Services, as outlined in the State Trauma Rules. The Trauma Registry is critical to the development and maintenance of an effective performance improvement program for trauma. The Trauma Registry also provides data needed for research and epidemiological studies. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Provides clerical, statistical and informational support to the Trauma Service. Maintains a database to allow for easy retrieval of trauma statistics. Accurately identifying trauma patients, abstracting requisite data, and entering them into the trauma registry based on trauma inclusion criteria. The ability to perform ICD-10 and Abbreviated Injury Scaling (AIS) coding. Updates and maintains all trauma registry records including essential elements as defined by trauma center leadership, State Designating Department, National Trauma Data Standards, and Trauma Quality Improvement Program (TQIP) as indicated based on trauma center level of designation. Demonstrates proficiency in capturing and entering data that contributes to accurate calculations of ISS, Trauma Score, TRISS, Probability of Survival Score; GCS, ICD/AIS coding, among others. Completes record abstraction, entry, and validation, in compliance with American College of Surgeons (ACS), State Designating Department, and the current policies and practices of the Trauma Program. Completes data uploads to regional, state, and national registries as required by State Designating Department and the ACS. Performs queries and reports from the Trauma Registry as requested. Responsible for Trauma Registry Data base management and promptly communicates data base related issues to the Trauma Program leadership. Analyses trauma registry data for epidemiological and reporting purposes. Communicates trends that may impact Trauma Program performance, injury prevention initiatives, or staffing to the Trauma Program leadership. Maintains confidentiality of written and verbal communication. Maintains confidentiality of autopsy reports, mortality and morbidity data, performance improvement activities and peer review data. Prepares, distributes, and files reports, correspondence, and documents in the correct format including referral feedback letters to EMS and referring hospitals, per trauma center protocols. Responsible for precepting new registry staff. Participates in trauma-related activities within their Regional Advisory Council, as requested. Participates in ongoing education regarding TQIP, if applicable, and other trauma related topics. Consistently promotes a professional image in demeanor, appearance, attitude, and behaviors. Supports Trauma Program initiatives such as injury prevention, outreach, and education as directed. Responsible for other duties assigned. Job Requirements: Education/Skills High school diploma or equivalent years of experience required Trauma Registry software training is required within 90 days of employment Must accrue 24 hours of trauma-related continuing education during the designation/verification period (3 years) The following courses are required upon hire Abbreviated Injury Scale course by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) ICD-10 course in trauma; needs to be renewed every 5 years Experience 2 - 4 years ICD-10 coding, and AIS coding preferred Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications Certified Abbreviated Injury Scale Specialist (CAISS) certification required Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Part Time

Description CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery. Summary: The Manager Trauma is a registered nurse who in partnership with the Trauma Medical Director and hospital administration is responsible for oversight and authority of the trauma program as defined by the level of designation, including the trauma performance improvement and patient safety processes, trauma registry, data management, injury prevention, outreach education, outcome reviews, and research as appropriate to the level of designation. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. The Manager Trauma is to assume at minimum, the following leadership responsibilities in conjunction with the Trauma Medical Director and hospital administration: Oversight and authority of the trauma program Assist with the budgetary process for the trauma program Develop and implement clinical protocols and practice management guidelines Provide educational opportunities for staff development Monitor performance improvement activities in conjunction with a PI Coordinator (where applicable) Serves as the liaison to administration and represent the trauma program on hospital and regional committees to enhance trauma care Have oversight of the trauma registry Adheres to current standards as defined by the designated/verifying organization for the specific level trauma center. If performing the Trauma Registrar role, then must meet job description requirements for the Trauma Registrar role. Participate in Regional Advisory Council Participate in MCI drills as defined by designated/verifying organization. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Bachelor's degree of Science in Nursing or another related field preferred The following courses are required within 12 months of hire Trauma Outcomes Performance Improvement Course (TOPIC) Trauma Program Manager Course by the American Trauma Society (ATS) or the Texas Trauma Designation Education Course by the Texas Trauma Coordinators Forum (TTCF) Abbreviated Injury Scale course by the Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) ICD-10 course in trauma; needs to be renewed every 5 years Experience 2 years of experience in trauma patient care required Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN License in the state of employment or compact required BLS required ACLS required PALS required or ENPC within 12 months of hire Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN) required Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN) and/or Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certifications preferred In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time