Trauma Prevention Coordinator - Part Time - Jefferson Torresdale

Thomas Jefferson University • Northeast Philadelphia, NE

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Trauma Prevention Coordinator develops, implements, coordinates, and evaluates injury-prevention and community-outreach programs that support the trauma center’s mission. The coordinator uses trauma registry data, community health needs assessments, and evidence-based practices to identify injury trends and create initiatives that reduce traumatic injuries, promote community safety, and improve public health outcomes. Programs may address fall prevention, motor vehicle safety, distracted and impaired driving, bicycle and pedestrian safety, and Stop the Bleed hemorrhage control.

The role works with the Trauma Program Director and Trauma Program Medical Director, hospital colleagues, schools, community organizations, and supporting agencies. It includes planning and delivering educational presentations, tracking program participation, reviewing educational materials, pursuing funding, and participating in regional, state, national, and legislative injury-prevention efforts.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Current Pennsylvania Registered Nurse licensure for candidates with a nursing degree.
• A minimum of 2–4 years of experience in trauma, surgical, critical care, or emergency nursing, or functional knowledge of trauma care systems.
• Demonstrated ability to establish positive relationships with patients, families, and hospital staff.
• Excellent leadership, collaborative practice, organizational, and teaching skills.
• Complete the Injury Prevention Course after hire.

Nice To Haves

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a master’s degree in Community Health.
• 5–8 years of experience in trauma, surgical, critical care, or emergency nursing.

Responsibilities

• Develop an annual plan for community awareness programs and injury-prevention initiatives based on community requests and trauma registry data, in collaboration with the Trauma Program Director and Trauma Program Medical Director.
• Develop and/or participate in internal and external programs.
• Coordinate or provide public education presentations and outreach about trauma awareness, the effects of trauma and injury, and injury prevention throughout Jefferson Torresdale Hospital’s service area.
• Maintain an accurate log of events and the number of community members served.
• Respond to and follow up on requests for injury-prevention presentations from schools, churches, community groups, and organizations in the hospital’s service area.
• Serve as the Trauma Program liaison in national, state, and regional injury-prevention efforts, collaborating with hospital staff, community agencies, and other organizations.
• Contact supporting agencies and organizations to obtain resources and materials for injury-prevention programs.
• Coordinate development and availability of appropriate audiovisual aids, educational materials, and handouts for presentations in conjunction with the marketing department.
• Review injury-prevention presentations, educational materials, and handouts for accuracy, reliability, and appropriateness.
• Assist hospital staff, departments, and disciplines in planning and implementing trauma-awareness and injury-prevention programs for the public and community groups.
• Pursue internal and external funding for injury-prevention programs and materials through grants, donations, and scholarships from government, private, and public agencies and organizations.
• Attend internal and external educational conferences and programs.
• Participate in legislative activities related to trauma care and injury prevention.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
• Medical and prescription insurance access for all colleagues, including those working less than part-time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level