Trauma Program Manager

City/State

Suffolk, VA

First (Days)

Join our exceptional team at Sentara Obici Hospital
, where compassionate care, clinical excellence, and innovation come together. We're seeking an experienced and motivated Trauma Program Manager to lead our Trauma Program and oversee nursing and patient care services. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine leadership, clinical expertise, and program development in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Sentara Obici Hospital
, located in Suffolk, Virginia
, is a 175-bed, full-service community hospital known for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. As part of Sentara Health
, one of the nation's most respected healthcare systems, Obici offers access to advanced technology, exceptional resources, and career growth opportunities-all within a close-knit, community-focused setting.

The Trauma Program Manager is responsible for the overall management and coordination of the trauma service, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements. This role involves providing clinical and technical expertise, guiding staff development, and engaging in continuous quality improvement to enhance patient outcomes and operational performance.

The manager also supervises and mentors nursing and support staff, leads process improvement initiatives, and ensures the highest standards of trauma care delivery. In addition, this role assists with fiscal and operational management, including budgeting, payroll, purchasing, billing, and supply cost control.

As a key leader within the hospital, the Trauma Program Manager collaborates closely with physicians, emergency services, surgical teams, and leadership to ensure seamless coordination of care and optimal performance across all trauma-related functions.

• Provide leadership, supervision, and support to trauma nursing and clinical teams.
• Ensure compliance with trauma program standards, accreditation requirements, and quality benchmarks.
• Develop, implement, and monitor process improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Participate in fiscal management, including budgeting, payroll, and supply cost oversight.
• Engage in hiring, onboarding, and professional development to build a highly effective and cohesive team.
• Implement and sustain talent retention strategies to promote staff satisfaction and stability.
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to staff, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance trauma readiness, education, and overall patient safety.

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k)
• Paid time off and tuition assistance
• Onsite childcare for team members
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within Sentara Health
• Recognition programs for leadership and nursing excellence
• A supportive and collaborative work environment that values innovation and teamwork

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility in the State of Virginia
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)
  required
  ;
  Master's preferred
• Minimum of 2-5 years of clinical experience in emergency, trauma, or critical care nursing
• Prior leadership or program management experience strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of trauma systems, performance improvement, and regulatory requirements

• Day Shift (Full-Time, Leadership Role)

Apply today to join our leadership team at Sentara Obici Hospital and play a key role in advancing trauma care for our patients and community. Once you apply, our recruitment team will contact you to discuss next steps.

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