Trauma Resource Nurse

## Trauma Resource Nurse Apply:
MANSFIELD HOSPITAL:
Full time:
Posted Today:
End Date:
January 31, 2027 (30+ days left to apply):
JR159752
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** Job Description

Summary:

** Trauma Resource Nurse - Mansfield Hospital    Are you an experienced ER or ICU nurse with a passion for trauma care and patient advocacy? This is an exciting opportunity to step into a unique role where you'll help shape the future of trauma services while making a meaningful impact on the patient journey beyond the bedside.
As the Trauma Resource Nurse, you'll serve as a key resource for trauma patients, providers, and the multidisciplinary care team. This newly created position offers the chance to combine your clinical expertise with care coordination, patient education, and program development. You'll work closely with trauma surgeons, advanced practice providers, and care teams to support patients through recovery and ensure a seamless transition from hospital to home.
What You'll Do  Coordinate and facilitate trauma patient discharges  Schedule follow-up appointments and support continuity of care  Provide comprehensive patient and family education  Collaborate closely with trauma surgeons, APPs, and interdisciplinary teams  Serve as a trusted resource for trauma patients throughout their recovery journey  What Makes This Role Unique?  Be the first and only Trauma Resource Nurse at Mansfield Hospital, helping define and grow this innovative role  Play a vital part in advancing trauma services and patient outcomes  Apply a holistic nursing approach focused on education, coordination, and advocacy  Enjoy a high level of autonomy while working alongside a supportive trauma team  Build strong relationships with providers through daily collaboration and open communication  We're Looking For  Registered Nurse with strong clinical experience in Emergency Department or ICU settings  Previous experience caring for trauma patients or working within a trauma center strongly preferred  Self-directed professional who thrives in an autonomous environment  Strong communication, organization, and patient education skills  Trauma certification (TCRN) preferred but not required  About the Team    The Trauma team at Mansfield Hospital is known for its positive culture, collaborative environment, and strong partnerships between nursing and providers.

As this role continues to evolve, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, influence workflows, and help establish best practices for the future of trauma care.
Ideal Candidate    This position is perfect for an experienced trauma, ER, or ICU nurse who is ready for a career move that blends clinical knowledge with coordination, education, and program development. If you enjoy building relationships, driving patient outcomes, and pioneering new opportunities, we'd love to connect with you
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* Responsibilities And Duties:

** 1. 45%   Patient Care and Facilitative Functions

A. Screens and identifies patients.

B. Obtains complete health, social, environmental and development history. Communicates findings to other members of trauma team.

C. Performs physical exam and evaluations related to injury and optimal function.

D. Assesses patient/family strengths and needs.

E. Interprets data obtained through a systematic assessment of body systems to differentiate normal versus abnormal findings.

F. Obtains clinical, laboratory and…