Who we are:Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization located in Kerrville, Texas, in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Recognized as one of the nation's Top 20 Rural and Community Hospitals and the only Texas hospital to earn this distinction, Peterson is also Magnet® designated for nursing excellence and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years. Together, these achievements reflect our commitment to exceptional, compassionate, patient-centered care and a culture where team members thrive.
Shift Information:
This position is Part-Time, working part of the time as the Director of Clinical Programs, and working at least one 12-hour shift per week bedside nursing.
What we offer:
Health Insurance
401(k)
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid time off
Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
Employee Education Scholarships
Employee Referral Program
Merit Increases
Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility
What you will do:
The Clinical Programs Coordinator is responsible for coordinating performance improvement, regulatory compliance, quality management, data analysis, and accreditation activities for the Trauma Program while providing supplemental support to the Stroke and Chest Pain programs as needed. Working collaboratively with physicians, nursing leadership, clinical staff, and hospital administration, this position promotes evidence-based practice, patient safety, and optimal patient outcomes through continuous quality improvement initiatives and compliance with state, regional, and national standards.
Reporting to the Director of Clinical Programs, the Clinical Programs Coordinator serves as a key resource in monitoring program performance, analyzing clinical data, and supporting survey readiness and accreditation activities. In collaboration with the Trauma Medical Director, Trauma Program Manager, and multidisciplinary team members, the Coordinator facilitates trauma performance improvement processes, including case review, identification of opportunities for improvement, monitoring of quality metrics, implementation of corrective actions, and loop closure activities. Through these efforts, the Coordinator helps ensure ongoing compliance with trauma designation requirements and supports the achievement of excellence in trauma, stroke, and cardiovascular patient care.
Required Education:
Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
Preferred Education:
Bachelors of Science Degree
Required Skills:
Basic CPR, knowledge and ability to perform the skills necessary for the unit specific competencies. ACLS within one year of employment, and there after renew within 2 months of recommended date of renewal.
Preferred Skills:
TNCC
Required Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Current Texas Licensure as a Registered Nurse; NHSS Certification
Preferred Licensure/Registration/Certification:
CEN/CCRN
Required Experience:
Possess the knowledge to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care to Stroke and Trauma Patients.
Preferred Experience:
3 years of experience