Trauma Outreach Coordinator

The Trauma Outreach Coordinator assists Trauma Program Manager in the coordination of activities to achieve comprehensive and integrated trauma care for the Central Virginia region. Collaborates with other internal programs/departments to enhance easy access to VCU Medical Center through relationship management with referral sources and other health care providers. This job serves as a clinical expert for trauma care to Emergency Medical Services personnel, community hospital personnel, allied health care professionals, and VCU Medical Center personnel.

This job monitors the trauma care rendered to identify problems and trends in care and compliance with the Trauma Performance Improvement and Patient Safety Program, regional standards and national standards. This job is also responsible for establishing partnerships with community and regional agencies in the development of and participation in education, systems performance improvement, and research related to trauma care.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire:
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible or compact state

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment:
Current RN licensure in Virginia required AHA BLS HCP certification or equivalent required Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) provider and instructor status within 12 months of hire required Certification as EMT-Paramedic preferred

Experience

REQUIRED:

Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience Minimum of one (1) year in specialty practice

Experience PREFERRED Five (
5) years clinical nursing experience in Emergency, Trauma or pre-hospital care Five (5) years experience as EMT-Paramedic Experience developing and giving presentations Experience in quality/performance improvement Experience in leading projects/teams

Experience with program development

Education/training

REQUIRED:

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing

Education/training PREFERRED:
Certification in specialty area Masters Degree in Public Health, Health Science or closely related field from an accredited program

Independent action(s) required:
Develops and maintains local and regional trauma outreach plan. Develops regional and systems based performance improvement initiatives. Develops and coordinates trauma related educational programs. Follows VCUHS policies and procedures. Organizes and plans work with input from patient/family, or other stakeholders with specific defined outcomes and demonstrates use of sound clinical judgment and resources.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional position requirements:
Employee will be required to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends based on regional outreach and program requirements. Local travel is required.

Age Specific groups served: N/A

Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate):
Physical:
Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Activities:

Prolonged sitting, Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
Mental/Sensory:
Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional:
Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Able to adapt to frequent change, Noisy environment

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