Trauma Program Manager

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# Trauma Program Manager

- Location: Altoona, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Nursing
- Shift: Day Job
- Business unit: ST Health Altoona
- Pay: $44.09–$67.30 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-03-18T10:30:21.903Z

## Description

**Trauma Program Manager – RN (Level III Trauma Center)**

**Make a meaningful impact at the intersection of clinical excellence, leadership, and trauma care.**
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