Perm Nurse Manager: Trauma

Join a growing trauma program and lead the strategic, clinical, and operational direction of a designated trauma center committed to advancing high quality emergency and trauma care for its region.

This opportunity is with an established, full-service hospital that operates a verified trauma program and holds long standing recognition for its commitment to clinical excellence, regulatory readiness, and community-based care. The organization maintains active accreditation through the American College of Surgeons Committee on Trauma and works closely with regional EMS, referring facilities, and community partners to support an integrated trauma system. It has built a reputation for strong physician partnerships, interdisciplinary collaboration, and ongoing investment in program development.

The Trauma Program Manager will provide leadership and oversight of the trauma program, including day to day operations, performance improvement, education, outreach, and regulatory and accreditation readiness. This role coordinates interdisciplinary trauma care and supports the development of clinical protocols and practice guidelines for adult and pediatric patients. Responsibilities include managing program budgets, overseeing trauma registry and data management, leading multidisciplinary trauma committee activities, and maintaining ongoing readiness for verification standards. The position works closely with the trauma medical director, hospital administration, nursing leadership, and community stakeholders to ensure coordinated, high quality trauma care across the continuum.

This opportunity is located along the Central Coast of California, an area known for its mild year round climate, coastal scenery, and access to agricultural valleys, wine country, and nearby beaches. The region offers a relaxed pace of living with proximity to major metropolitan areas of the state, making it an appealing destination for leaders seeking a strong quality of life alongside meaningful professional opportunity.

This role offers pay up to $129.01 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package. Qualified leaders ready to guide a well established trauma program and make a lasting impact on regional trauma care are encouraged to apply today.