RN Trauma Clinical Coordinator

Join Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - Grapevine be part of something better!  

• LOCATION: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Grapevine, Texas

• SPECIALTY/DEPARTMENT:  Trauma

• SHIFT/SCHEDULE:   Variable (days/nights), 2-12hr shifts

Why Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Grapevine

F or nearly 70 years, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine has provided personalized, compassionate, and loving care to more than 20 communities in the Dallas Fort Worth region. It has steadily expanded its capabilities, and now provides more comprehensive services to those with complex conditions closer to their home. A Magnet® Recognized Facility, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine is a 302-bed hospital offering advanced medical services for heart and vascular, women?s health, diagnostic imaging, trauma, orthopedics, spine, digestive diseases, oncology, neurology, ENT, pain management, weight loss and intensive and emergency care. Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Grapevine has a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and is the only Level II Trauma Center in Northeast Tarrant County. Additionally, the facility is an accredited Cycle IV Chest Pain Center, Primary Stroke Center and accredited in weight loss surgery, oncology, etc. The hospital was recognized by U.S. News & World Report in its 2021-2022 "Best Hospitals" ratings as high performing in the common procedures and conditions category for stroke, heart failure, kidney failure and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). It was also recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the only Tarrant County hospital, and one of only two hospitals in the Dallas Fort Worth region, rated High Performing, the highest-possible rating for Best Hospitals for Maternity for 2021-2022. Built on a legacy of care, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine is focused on caring for and loving patients in a safe and healing environment. About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary You'll assist the Trauma Manager, provide patient care, and maintain high standards through data registry. Collaborate with team members to ensure excellent patient care and help achieve program goals. Your role is vital for positive patient outcomes. Essential Functions of the Role

• Be part of multidisciplinary trauma rounds alongside physicians, aiming to enhance patient care and spotting any quality issues.
• Educate patients, their families, and staff as required, and act as a point of connection between patients and their families.
• Oversee trauma care at all stages, noting any complications, departures from care standards, mortalities, or specific hospital audit filters.
• Use electronic health record system, transfer log, and activation log to find trauma patients. Help collect data for Trauma Registry.
• Carry out concurrent reviews of patient charts and stick to departmental deadlines for review completion.
• We need your help with Performance Improvement projects and want you involved in the American College of Surgeons.
• Help with identifying hospital education needs. Attend Trauma courses. Opportunity to become an instructor.
• Engage in regional trauma committee programs, like the Regional Advisory Council and GETAC, as needed.
• Help the Trauma Program Manager and Trauma Physicians by identifying, developing, and presenting research initiatives.

Key Success Factors

• A deep understanding of trauma care vocabulary and best practices is crucial.
• Possession of substantial knowledge and proficiency in nursing and patient care protocols and procedures is vital.
• Knowing legal rules, standards, and guidelines from certifying organizations and hospitals is crucial for every department.
• Extensive medical term knowledge is needed.
• Proficiency in medication management, understanding of physical and physiological drug effects, and potential adverse reactions are essential.
• Commitment to medical and professional nursing ethics and patient privacy rights is expected.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbally and in writing for clear and effective dialogue, are needed.
• Interpersonal skills for interaction with a broad range of stakeholders are a must.
• Demonstrable critical thinking and problem-solving abilities are required.
• Skillful in understanding, optimizing, and recording complex processes.
• Expected skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling, electronic medical documentation, and email navigation in computers.

Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. Qualifications

• BSN RN 
• Experience: 3 years' experience 1 year of which in ICU 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification are required before or within 30 days of starting a new job
• Trauma Outcomes & Performance (TOPIC): TOPIC within 1 year of hire
• Emergency Nrs Pediatric (ENPC), Pedi Adv Life Support (PALS): PALS within 30 days or ENPC within 180 days of hire
• RN- Advanced Trauma Care (ATCN), Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC): TNCC or ATCN within 180 days of hire

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About Baylor Scott & White Health

Baylor Scott & White Health (BSWH) is the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States. With a commitment to and a track record of innovation, collaboration, integrity and compassion for the patient, BSWH stands to be one of the nation’s exemplary health care organizations. Our mission is to serve all people by providing personalized health and wellness through exemplary care, education and research as a Christian ministry of healing. Joining our team is not just accepting a job, it’s accepting a calling!

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