Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Education Coordinator

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Trauma Education Coordinator
Job Type: Full-time | Primarily Monday-Friday variable shifts, occasion weekends or evenings, no holidays

Your experience matters

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

The Education/Outreach Coordinator supports the mission of a Level I Trauma Center by planning, coordinating, and evaluating trauma education and community outreach initiatives. This role ensures compliance with ACS/State trauma standards related to professional education, injury prevention, and public outreach. Responsibilities include coordinating trauma-related courses (e.g., ATLS, ATCN, TEAM), managing continuing education activities, supporting injury prevention programs, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and maintaining required documentation for verification and accreditation. The coordinator serves as a key liaison between the trauma program, hospital departments, EMS agencies, and the community to promote excellence in trauma care and prevention.

How you'll contribute

A Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• Participates in the development of new approaches to trauma care, in accord with the hospital's philosophy and objectives, PTSF standards and the American College of Surgeon's Committee on Trauma.
• Facilitate concurrent identification and review of Trauma Registry and develop education programs based on data
• Be current and knowledgeable of standards for trauma center accreditation as outlined by the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation.
• Collaborate with all trauma unit nurse managers, trauma program manager, trauma services, PA/CRNP to provide orientation and on-going trauma education activities in all trauma-designed areas as requested.
• Identify opportunities for research. Participate and promote research within the institution.
• Institute new and existing educational programs for prevention and outreach activities.
• Coordinate outreach opportunities with referral facilities and EMS
• Communication and documentation of follow-up with referral facilities on patient transfers both to CMMC and from CMMC
• Actively participate in the trauma improvements program
• Active participation in the site survey process as directed.
• Organize educational activities

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits : Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for
Applicants should have a current state RN license and possess a Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Successful completion of the basic trauma nurse course curriculum. Bachelor's Degree required within seven years.
• 3 years Trauma nursing experience
• CEN, CCRN or ANA preferred
• Prior experience as a nurse educator preferred
• Minimum Five (5) years nursing experience with clinical focus preferred

More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 420 Bed, Level 1 Trauma Center, located in Johnstown, PA, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."