Lead Trauma Registrar - 136469

UC San Diego Health is a Magnet designated organization, which is a prestigious recognition that applies to only 10% of all U.S. hospitals. Magnet is the "gold standard" for nursing excellence and is based on strengths in five key areas which include transformational leadership, structural empowerment, exemplary professional practice, new knowledge, innovation and improvements and empirical outcomes. UC San Diego Health has held its Magnet status since 2011.

The Lead Trauma Registrar is responsible for overseeing the accurate and timely collection, management, and reporting of trauma patient data within a hospital or trauma center. This position helps satisfy 1 on the required trauma registrar position which is a regulatorily requirement for a Level 1 Trauma center. This role ensures compliance with national trauma registry standards and supports trauma program quality improvement initiatives. The Lead Trauma Registrar will also provide leadership and guidance to trauma registry staff and act as a key liaison between clinical teams, administration, and external trauma organizations. Lead and supervise the trauma registry team to ensure precise data collection, entry, and maintenance of trauma patient records.

Oversee the abstraction and coding of trauma patient information in accordance with established guidelines such as the National Trauma Data Standard (NTDS). Ensure compliance with state and national trauma data reporting requirements. Collaborate with trauma surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to validate data accuracy and completeness.

Generate and analyze trauma data reports for quality assurance, performance improvement, and research purposes. Support the Trauma Program Manager in preparing for trauma center accreditation and verification surveys. Develop and implement best practices and standard operating procedures for trauma data management. Train, mentor, and evaluate trauma registrar staff to promote professional development and high-quality data management. Stay current with changes in trauma registry standards, coding systems, and healthcare regulations. Participate in trauma committees and quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.

Works in conjunction with the Trauma Registrars to identify any PI issues.

This position is mostly computer work and not direct patient care.

While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.

• A Bachelor's Degree in nursing or other healthcare profession; or a combination of comparable clinical education and/or experience.

• Five (5) years of relevant experience with at least three years as a trauma registrar at a TQIP participating hospital.

• AIS and ICD 10 courses in the last 3 years.

• Experience in public speaking.

• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communications.

• Skills Knowledge: Ability to think proactively, act creatively, critical-thinking, excellent interpersonal skills.

• Demonstrated ability to work as part of multiple teams. Ability to work in diverse cultural community groups.

• Registered Nurse (RN) license issued by the state of California.

• BSN or MSN.

• Relevant clinical experience in Surgical ICU care, and/or Emergency Department, with knowledge of principles and practices of trauma patient care.

• Knowledge of statistical reports, peer review, performance improvement and epidemiology.

• Knowledge of computers: Epic, Power Point, Excel.

• TNCC, ATLS, or ATCN instructor/coordinator.

• TOPIC Course within last 5 years.

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.