Statewide Trauma System of Care

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The statewide trauma program ensures Nebraska hospitals meet the standards to be designated as a trauma center.  Trauma designation is based on the resources a hospital has available and by successfully meeting regulatory requirements.  Nebraska hospitals may be designated as a Comprehensive, Advanced, General or Basic trauma center. 

• Nebraska Trauma Designated Hospitals​

Trauma designated hospitals are required to enter data into the Nebraska Trauma Registry.  The trauma registry provides data to perform quality improvement and helps ensure patients are receive optimal patient care. The Nebraska Trauma Registry is found here:  https://www.nebems.com/trauma.

• Nebraska Trauma Registry Considerations
• ​Nebraska Trauma Performance Improvement Indicators​
• Nebraska Trauma Registry Data Dictionary
  
• ​National Trauma Data Standards (American College of Surgeons Resource)
• Resources of Optimal Care of the Injured Patient 2022​ (American College of Surgeons Resource)

Statewide Trauma Boards:

The Statewide Trauma Advisory Board consists of 28 members that are appointed by the Director of Public Health.  The Statewide Trauma system is broken down into four regions with each region having a standing committee as part of the Statewide Trauma Advisory Board.  This Board advises the department on the trauma needs and on trauma regulations and statutes. 

• Statewide Trauma Advisory Board Mem​bers
• Statewide Trauma Board Roles and Responsibilities​
  

Trauma Board Vacancies and Application:

• Statewide Trauma Advisory Board Vacancies - Consumer Member
  
• Statewide T​rauma Advisory Board Application​