Clinical Coordinator RN PD - Trauma Services

Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901 | Facility: RWJ New Brunswick | Department: Trauma Services

About the role

At RWJBarnabas Health, Registered Nurses become part of a purpose driven environment where teamwork, belonging, and clinical excellence shape meaningful patient experiences. This RN role offers growth, supportive teamwork, and a culture committed to safety and continuous improvement.

As a Clinical Coordinator RN within Trauma Services Department at RWJ University Hospital New Brunswick, you will help advance patient care and strengthen the experience of individuals and families across our organization. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every RN is encouraged to grow, innovate, and lead with purpose.

Clinical Coordinator RN is responsible for the planning, coordinating and evaluation of the performance improvement (PI) program for the department of Trauma & Injury Prevention and maintaining compliance with all regulatory agency requirements (American College of Surgeons, Committee on Trauma and the NJ Department of Health and Senior Services).

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive patient assessments and recognize subtle clinical changes, using your judgment to intervene early and advocate for your patients
• Providing safe, evidence-based medications, treatments, and hands on care grounded in strong clinical judgment
• Serving as a clinical partner to physicians and advanced providers, offering insight that supports timely, well-coordinated care decisions
• Providing clear, compassionate education to patients and families so they feel informed, supported, and prepared for the next phase of care
• Ensuring accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record to promote continuity and patient safety
• Contributing your voice during interdisciplinary rounds, helping drive seamless communication and smooth transitions of care
• Taking an active role in a highly collaborative team environment where shared accountability and teamwork directly impact outcomes
• Pursuing continued professional growth through access to continuing education, clinical ladder opportunities, and organizational resources that support long term career progression

Requirements

• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse license in good standing
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification
• Minimum of 5 years of RN experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing required
• Master’s Degree in Nursing strongly preferred
• National Board Certification in area of specialty required
• ACLS Certification required and must be obtained within 6 months of employment
• At least 2-3 years of Performance Improvement (PI) experience required
• Evidence of knowledge and experience in: trauma care, performance improvement, management principles, resource management, communication and interpersonal relationship skills

Skills

• Clear, compassionate communication with patients, families, and colleagues
• Strong clinical judgment guiding decisions, even as priorities shift
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment where teamwork drives outcomes
• Commitment to evidence-based practice shaping daily work
• Empathy and professionalism central to approach