RN Trauma Coordinator

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a RN Trauma Coordinator for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position (07:00-15:30). The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $51.10 – $76.66. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

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Springfield is located at the southern end of the Willamette Valley, also known as Oregon wine country. Two rivers run through the community, the Willamette River, and McKenzie River. Bike, walk or run the Middle Fork Path along the Willamette River, or spend the day fishing on the McKenzie River. Springfield has a flourishing downtown and fast becoming a must visit for its culinary experience! Immersed in art, take the outdoor mural tour, or stay inside at the Emerald Art Center. We have one of the most desirable locations in the Pacific Northwest to live, work, and play.

PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at Riverbend is a state-of-the-art regional medical center. On the leading edge of evidence-based hospital design, and creating a patient-centered, healing environment with a strong focus on quality clinical outcomes and patient safety.

Working in conjunction with the Trauma Program and Medical Director, the Trauma Nurse Coordinator is responsible for the organization of services and systems necessary for the multidisciplinary approach throughout the continuum of trauma care.

Details of the position:

• Coordinates trauma care management including planning and implementing of clinical protocols/practice management guidelines monitoring care of in-hospital patients and serving as a resource for clinical practice. Assists staff in problem-solving relating to the care of trauma patient.
• Responds to Emergency Department for all trauma activations when in-house and as requested by Emergency Department. Participates in clinical rounds and patient care follow up.
• Attends, participates and coordinates Trauma Program Meetings (including multidisciplinary meetings, case review and M&M). Assists in compilation and presenting of routine mortality and morbidity review of trauma patients for trauma committee. Compiles reviews and audits all trauma death summaries and autopsies with the Trauma Medical Director and the Trauma Committee.
• Coordinates patient care with attending physicians, consulting physicians, rehab staff, dietary staff, nursing staff, etc.
• Coordinates and facilitates quality assurance activities relating to trauma care from pre-hospital through discharge. Responsible for identification, documentation, and resolution of all progress improvement issues.
• Responsible for document preparation and other requirements, including maintenance, of ACS verification or state trauma designation. Supervises initial injury registry data collection for the trauma registry.
• Develops collaborative relationships with staff in all departments to facilitate cooperation and support for the trauma program. Fosters good public relations for the hospital trauma program. Acts as a liaison for the hospital with community and regional EMS providers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring:

• Accredited School of Nursing Required: Nursing 
• Bachelor's Degree Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing.
• Minimum of 3 years Required: Nursing experience in direct care of trauma patients in a critical care setting
• Required: Registered Nurse in state of practice 
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support and
• Required Upon Hire: Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum 
• Required Upon Hire: Advanced Cardiac Life Support 
• Required Upon Hire: Pediatric Advanced Life Support 
• May be required Upon Hire: ENPC 
• Preferred: Specialty certification

For a full description or questions about the position, contact Melissa, [email protected] 

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.