RN Trauma Specialist-LGH ED-PT/Variable Hours

Trauma Nurse Specialist

The Trauma Nurse Specialist provides direct/indirect specialized, comprehensive care, emphasizing health promotion, disease prevention and collaborative management strategies. Participates in clinical, educational, leadership, consultant, and research activities for trauma patients. Provides leadership in the development and implementation of policies and procedures and standards of practice. Provides 24/7 support for nursing and targeted patient populations.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates advanced knowledge and analysis of nursing practice issues related to trauma specialtyProvides consultation, within area of expertise, to health care team regarding complex patient care needsProvides direct and indirect expert patient/family care in specialty area. for patients of all ages, who have unique or complex needsProvides highly complex assessment, care planning, care, treatment and discharge/transition planning and placement to specified patientsDemonstrates a commitment to the philosophy and goals of CentraProvides leadership in promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to implement outcome-focused patient care needsProvides leadership for establishing and implementing goals related to nursing practiceParticipates in decision-making processes which impact nursing practice at all levelsProvides leadership regarding evidence-based nursing practice and integrates research into establishing patient care standards, guidelines, and protocolsParticipates in conduct of/ or implementation of researchCritically analyzes research findings and recommends evidence-based practice changes to improve patient outcomesAssists/mentors staff to develop and implement evidence-based projects to improve patient outcomesInteracts frequently with nursing staff, physicians, students and other members of the health care team to coordinate careMaintains patient, staff and customer confidentialityMaintains accessibility throughout system and in the community as a resource personModerate risk of exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials and combative patientsHigh risk, stressful environment due to demands on time from multiple sources and need to shift priorities frequentlySupports the Culture of Excellence and actively practices the Centra Health System Mission, Values, and Guiding Principles

Qualifications

Required Education: Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN)Preferred Education: Masters DegreeRequired Experience: Minimum of five (5) years of nursing experience in specialty. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent presentation skills. Ability to think globally and communicate a visionRequired Certifications and Licensures: Current Virginia or Multistate Nursing Registration. Specialty certification. Certification as a Trauma Certified Registered Nurse through BCEN or will obtain within six (6) months of hireSalary Range: $34.89-$54.08/hourly