About this Network Trauma Education Specialist role at St. Luke's University Health Network
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
The Network Trauma Education Specialist develops, implements, manages, monitors, and evaluates the Trauma Education Program which includes staff education.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Promotes and maintains clinical expertise in trauma nursing at St. Luke's Network.
Serves as a clinical resource and role model for staff.
Develops and coordinates trauma education for trauma-designated units across the network (ED, Medical-Surgical, Intensive Care, Pediatrics, and Case Management).
Coordinates the classes: Trauma Nurse Course, Trauma Nurse Core Course, and Advanced Trauma Care for Nurses.
Develops, implements, and monitors a comprehensive injury prevention program suited to all ages to meet the needs of patients, families, staff, and the community.
Oversees tracking of the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation Physician, Nursing, and Social Work CME Databases. Coordinates Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) courses.
Attends and participates in trauma patient care and multidisciplinary conferences.
Serves on and/or facilitates committees, councils, and task forces as assigned.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sit up to 4 hours per day; 2 hours at a time. Stand for up to 6 hours per day, 3 hours at a time. Walk 6 hours per day, 20 minutes at a time. Frequently use hands and fingers. Occasionally lift, carry and push objects up to 75 pounds. Occasionally transport patients weighing up to 250 pounds via wheelchair, bed, and/or stretcher. Frequently stoop and bend. Frequently reach above shoulder level. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Seeing as it relates to normal near and far vision, and hearing as it relates to both high and low frequencies.
EDUCATION:
Registered Professional Nurse with current license to practice in the State of Pennsylvania, B.S.N. required, Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Trauma nursing experience required. Educator experience required.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
