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RN Trauma Program Manager II
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Lakewood, CO, 80228-1527
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 45.89-85.93 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
You have a purpose, unique talents and now is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills – but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. This is the heartbeat of our organization and your time will be spent in a supportive, team environment with resources to help you flourish and leaders who care about your success.
Job Summary:
Provides leadership and management for the trauma service at the facility to assure optimal care for injured patients while meeting regulatory requirements from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the American College of Surgeons. Responsible for daily operations of the trauma program and the achievement of standards related to quality care, patient satisfaction, and fiscally responsible care delivery.
In this role, the program manager will work closely with all levels of leadership including, facility, market and region to strategically develop and implement successful and growing trauma programs. The role also requires active participation in the facility and market outreach planning and implementation. The role shall also function as a key resource to our healthcare partners.
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
Education Requirement:
Masters degree required- MBA, H+MHA, or MSN
Minimum Experience Requirement:
Five years of clinical experience in trauma, emergency, and/or critical care of three years of trauma program experience.
Two years of previous leadership experience (Charge Nurse, ANM, Clinical Coordinator, or Nurse Manager role)
Experience with trauma registry and coding preferred
Project management or quality experience preferred
License/Certifications Requirement:
Valid RN license in state of employment active and unencumbered
BLS through American Heart Association
TNCC or ATCN required within 12 months of hire/transfer
TCRN required within 18 months of hire/transfer
36 hours of trauma related CE every three years required (Survey Cycle)
Physical Requirements
Medium Work - exert/lift up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantly
We believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
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Frequently asked questions
This position mandates aligning trauma care with Colorado Department of Public Health standards, ensuring compliance while coordinating quality improvements. Mastery of regional regulatory nuances is vital to uphold superior trauma service delivery in Lakewood’s healthcare landscape.
Leadership here directly impacts patient outcomes by optimizing trauma protocols and fostering multidisciplinary collaboration. Elevating patient satisfaction involves overseeing trauma care quality and integrating feedback to refine clinical practices effectively.
Certifications like TNCC or ATCN within the first year and TCRN within 18 months are essential. These credentials, alongside a valid Colorado RN license and BLS, underscore expertise in trauma nursing leadership and are often prioritized by employers like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Strong project management, trauma registry knowledge, and strategic planning skills set this role apart. It demands managing complex trauma services while guiding teams through regulatory compliance and quality improvement initiatives unique to trauma care.
Lakewood’s hospitals increasingly seek trauma program managers due to rising trauma cases and regulatory complexity. Candidates with multi-year trauma clinical leadership and certification experience tend to have an edge amid moderate local competition.
Salaries generally range between $95,000 and $120,000 annually, influenced by experience, certifications, and leadership scope. Lakewood's cost of living and healthcare demand help position compensation competitively within the Colorado metro market.
The organization fosters growth through leadership mentoring, access to trauma-specific resources, and involvement in regional trauma initiatives, ensuring managers develop both clinical expertise and operational acumen within a mission-driven environment.
Their commitment to humankindness shapes a culture emphasizing compassionate leadership. Managing trauma programs here requires balancing regulatory compliance with patient-centered care in a way that aligns tightly with the organization’s mission and community focus.
Daily tasks include supervising trauma registries, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, ensuring adherence to ACS standards, and leading quality improvement projects. This role demands both clinical insight and operational leadership to maintain high trauma care standards.
Unlike clinical-only roles, this managerial position integrates strategic program development, regulatory compliance oversight, and financial stewardship. It requires a broader leadership perspective to align trauma service delivery with organizational goals.