Trauma Education and Outreach Coordinator

Description

Outreach programs are an integral part of Trauma Center services designed to help improve outcomes from serious injury through the public and professional dissemination of information and by facilitating access to the clinical and education resources of the Trauma Center. The coordinator works in conjunction with the trauma center nurse manager to develop follow-up processes for referring providers on patients sent to Mayo Clinic Hospital-Saint Marys Campus for trauma care. This may include providing specific education and suggesting resources that may benefit future patients. These activities aid in the provision of event resolution for the performance improvement programs in both the referring and receiving institutions. The coordinator is able to impact the level of care being offered to trauma patients throughout the Mayo Clinic Health System (MCHS) and regional referral centers. This is accomplished by offering the expertise and resources of the Trauma Center while maintaining collaborative working relationships with these institutions. The goal of outreach efforts is to assist in the development of a regional trauma system that decreases morbidity and saves lives.

To advocate at a local and regional level for legislative efforts aimed at trauma prevention.

This role is eligible for TN sponsorship. Successful sponsorship will require state licensure and completion of the VisaScreen or equivalent certification.

Qualifications

Masters degree in nursing. Clinical nursing experience of four or more years with two or more years of clinical nursing experience in a trauma center (Emergency Department Prehospital Critical Care or Acute Care settings) or experience with trauma systems. Experience working with various levels of healthcare personnel.

Knowledge of trauma care systems desirable. Ability to collect and analyze data. Performance improvement experience desirable. Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relations with individuals and diverse groups. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Demonstrated leadership problem solving and organizational skills. Knowledge in principles of learning and skills in teaching.

Current RN license by applicable state requirements Current certification in Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) Course in Advanced Trauma Nursing (CAT-N) and / or Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses (ATCN). (Prefer course director status for classes upon hire or within 6 months of hire date)

Required Experience :

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Key Skills

Organizational skills,Classroom Experience,Data Collection,Microsoft Publisher,Special Education,Adult Education,Microsoft Powerpoint,Teaching,Curriculum Development,Administrative Experience,Public Speaking,Writing Skills

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1