Adult Trauma Coordinator

Lehigh Valley Health Network • Bethlehem, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network. 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Nursing
• 3 years Field of trauma or emergency nursing.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse BCEN - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• RN - Licensed Registered Nurse_PA - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree Nursing

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time