Nursing Director of Trauma Program
$120,000 - $135,000 / year
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Overview
Job Description
Nursing Director of Trauma Program
Location: Fort Walton Beach, Florida (On-Site)
Compensation: $120K - $135K Based on leadership experienceEmployment: Full-Time
Hospital Overview
Join a leading healthcare facility in Fort Walton Beach:
- 267-bed hospital serving the community with excellence
- Primary Stroke and Cancer Center for the region
- Pediatric ER and two free-standing ERs in the area
- Known for great benefits and a supportive work culture
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $120,000 – $135,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, PTO, and paid family leave
Position Overview
Lead and elevate the Trauma Program at a hospital-level in Fort Walton Beach. The Nursing Director of Trauma Program is responsible for:
- Providing strategic and operational leadership for trauma services
- Overseeing trauma registry management, quality improvement, education, and research initiatives
- Ensuring alignment with national trauma standards and accreditation requirements
- Collaborating with surgeons, Emergency Department leadership, and hospital executives to deliver exceptional trauma care
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations of the trauma program: staff coordination, performance monitoring, and resource management
- Maintain and analyze trauma registry data to support compliance, accreditation, and research goals
- Drive quality improvement through case reviews, audits, and performance trends
- Coordinate trauma center verification and re-verification processes
- Promote trauma education, community outreach, and staff development
- Serve as a subject-matter expert and advocate for evidence-based trauma care
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of recent (within the last year) acute care Trauma leadership experience (e.g., Trauma Program Manager, Trauma Coordinator)
- Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/BLS) certification within 30 days of start date
- Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and organizational abilities
Why You'll Love This Role
- Lead an outstanding Trauma Program at a hospital committed to excellence in patient care
- Join a collaborative culture that values innovation, teamwork, and professional growth
- Make a significant impact on trauma outcomes in a vibrant coastal community
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Apply today to take the next step in your nursing leadership journey and elevate trauma care in Fort Walton Beach!
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