Adult Trauma Coordinator

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Summary
Assists with the coordination of activities within the trauma division which include performance improvement, injury prevention programs, and trauma education. Coordinates the oversight of institutional compliance and the trauma center accreditation process.

Job Duties

• Participates in trauma clinical case conferences, monthly mortality reviews, and the peer review process.
• Assists in the development and evaluation of clinical management guidelines.
• Participates in the trauma guideline committee and participates in the development, education, implementation, and tracking of trauma-supported protocols.
• Teaches a trauma nurse course at a local hospital and creates learning material and/or presentations for local, state, and national conferences.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing or Master's Degree Advanced Practice Clinician
• 3 years Field of trauma or emergency nursing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Knowledge of the Performance Improvement process
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania or
• PA - Physician Assistant - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree Nursing

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

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Work Shift:
Day Shift

Address:
2545 Schoenersville Rd

Primary Location:
Lehigh Valley Hospital- Muhlenberg

Position Type:
Onsite

Union:
Not Applicable

Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday 7a-3:30p

Department:
1004-06054 Trauma Program - Muhl