Education and outreach coordinator job description

US-OR-Portland

Type: Regular Full-Time
Emanuel Medical Ctr campus

Overview

This position is part of core staffing for the Trauma Nurses Talk Tough program and is specifically responsible for the Senior falls injury prevention program and grant management for the Trauma Program. Injury prevention, including a senior falls program, is a requirement for Level 1 Trauma Verification.

Coordinates and provides nursing education and training for the Legacy Emanuel Trauma program including, but not limited to, providing age appropriate education to children, adolescents and adults on a variety of topics related to traumatic injury and prevention. Provides trauma education and training to nurses, EMS providers and other health care professionals. Performs and assists with injury prevention research as requested or required. Develops relationships with other agencies and organizations with the goal of enhancing the health status of those in the community.

Responsible for recruitment, coordination of training, ongoing communication and evaluation of instructors and department support staff. Develops and implements annual calendar of classes. Participates in program planning and evaluation. Develops new venues and curricula for trauma education based on evidence-based nursing practice. Reviews, evaluates and approves class materials. Facilitates the educational process, including resolution of operating issues. Provides input to and monitoring of budget, including and maintains compliance with Legacy policies.

Responsibilities

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PROGRAM OPERATIONS :

Assists in the development and coordinates the process for scheduling and implementing trauma prevention education to health care providers and the community.

Develops relationships with other agencies and organizations with the goal of enhancing the health status of those in the community.

Maintains effective database of instructors, including preparation, areas of interest and expertise, and availability; and maintaining lines of communication with other trauma education coordinators.

Develops and implements an annual calendar of classes and training for trauma prevention and health care provider education as assigned. Responsible for appropriate communications with instructors, hospital site schedulers and catering services, and other support services. Ensures that the schedule is published, updated and distributed to appropriate departments and the community.

Provides ongoing problem solving and conflict resolution support to instructors, trauma support staff and hospital departments.

Provides input into the development of the annual budget for Trauma Nurses Talk Tough; monitors operating budget. Ensures compliance with Legacy policies.

Monitors compliance with all contracts and grants including provision of data to fulfill grant reporting requirements on a timely basis.

Maintains efficient program operations through effective distribution of supplies and materials; regular review and updating of forms and materials; and knowledge of and adherence to appropriate policies.

COORDINATION OF INSTRUCTOR STAFF :

Facilitates effective communication, training and education of patients, healthcare providers and the community by staff instructors.

Acts as primary point of communication with instructors and community partners. Facilitates communication between instructors, support staff, community partners and the Trauma Program Manager.

Obtains input from instructors and others regarding staff development and educational opportunities. Provides nursing education and training to instructors based on evidence -based nursing practice.

Gathers and summarizes input for ongoing and annual performance reviews of instructors and support staff, and reviews with manager.

Develops and implements an orientation process for new instructors and support staff, including provision of education on the kinematics of injury and class specific elements. Incorporates new ideas for training programs as appropriate.

PLANNING AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT :

Participates in ongoing efforts to evaluate patient and community needs and provide effective education. Represents Legacy and Legacy Emanuel Trauma Program within the community.

Maintains knowledge base regarding standards for educational approaches, principles of adult teaching, and national trends; provides input for annual operating plans.

Participates effectively in program planning and development as assigned. Periodically evaluates educational programs and materials for currency and effectiveness. Responsible for the development and review of class materials. Assists in update of the TNTT curricula package. Assists in identifying national benchmarks and best practices to be used in developing new and innovative approaches.

Supports trauma care through the provision of patient education on trauma injury and prevention including, but not limited to, patient screening and brief alcohol intervention education and risk behavior education as requested or required.

Reviews information on client satisfaction and class effectiveness; develops other quality initiatives as appropriate.

ROLE DEVELOPMENT AND ADVOCACY :

Maintains and utilizes knowledge base in kinematics and trauma prevention and education.

Works collaboratively with health care providers and educators to advocate for and facilitate optimal health through education.

Participates in direct teaching as required; observes or designates a trained educator to observe all instructors during orientation and on a regular basis for evaluation purposes.

Provides information to others that promotes understanding and support of trauma prevention education.

Represents Legacy Health System, Emanuel Medical Center and Emanuel Level I Trauma Center in local, state and national venues.

Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team- oriented environment; in a manner that utilizes flexibility in scheduling, work hours, and approach.

Demonstrates commitment and sensitivity in working with culturally diverse populations.

Qualifications

Education:

Academic degree in nursing (BSN or MSN/MN) required; MSN/MN preferred. Internal candidates may be considered with verification of a BSN or MSN/MN in progress, to be completed prior to 12/31/2023.

Experience:

Two years of experience in trauma nursing. Experience in trauma prevention and education preferred.

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IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered)

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Basic or intermediate use of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Powerpoint.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience

Basic understanding of the disease of mental health disorders, acceptance of vulnerable populations

Deadline to Apply 10/20/2022 University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Coordinate and deliver educational programs to a variety of target audiences related to public fire education and life safety programs. This position will report to an Assistant Fire Marshal or Fire Marshal.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This classification is in the Public Safety/Emergency Management job family. This classification is distinguished by the knowledge and independent decision-making skills related to fire safety and prevention and life safety programs and education. This classification requires a flexible work schedule to meet the needs of the department, including frequent evenings and weekends.

Duties and Responsibilities

* Assist ESDs in the preparation, coordination and delivery of public fire education and life safety programs and the development of local-level CWPPs for neighborhoods, facilities, schools, communities and small cities.
* Develops presentations and computer-generated products including flyers, brochures and other graphics using audio-visual, computer, photographic, and/or hardware-based technologies for fire education and life safety programs, works with GIS analyst to utilize ATC- CWPP wildfire risk model.
* Prepares reports summarizing fire and life safety education activities, wildfire risk, resilience, fuels reductions, mitigation, preparedness, Ready-Set-Go, Fire-Adapted Communities, and other wildfire programs.
* Liaison with external and internal departments, agencies and community resources for joint efforts in fire education and life safety prevention programs.
* Assists County staff and ATCWC partners with prescribed burns and fuels reduction projects on BCP lands, Parks, ATCWC partner lands, and County- owned or operated facilities.
* Coordinates and assists in developing long/short range strategic plans, goals, objectives and program measures.
* Represents the agency in various fire education and life safety prevention planning committees.
* Researches grants for new and ongoing programs.
* Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Fire Science or Fire Technology/Engineering Technology or a directly related field AND one (1) to three (3) years experience in public safety programs and education.

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

NFPA 1035: Public Fire Educator I.

Basic Fire Inspector Certification issued by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection.

Certified Instructor (TCFP or TCOLE).

Valid Texas Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

* International Fire Code, NFPA Standards, IFSTA publications.
* Principles and practices related to curriculum development, construction and assessment.
* Appropriate response to emergency situations, including fire and life safety.
* Policies, practices, procedures and terminology.
* Federal, State, Local and County applicable laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines.
* Computer equipment to include word processing, spreadsheets, databases and a variety of software packages.
* Business letter writing, grammar and punctuation, and report preparation.

Skill in:

* Preparation, coordination and delivery of public fire education and life safety programs.
* Problem-solving and decision-making.
* Report preparation and presentation.
* Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

* Reason and make sound judgements and decisions.
* Work independently.
* Read and comprehend technical publications.
* Communicate effectively.
* Manage time well and perform multiple tasks, and organize diverse activities.
* Work as a team member within a diverse organization.
* Research, compile, analyze, interpret and prepare a variety of memorandums or reports.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, representatives of outside agencies, public safety agencies, attorneys, emergency services professionals and the general public.

Work Environment & Other Information

Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 50-100 pounds occasionally, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer and office equipment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Must be available to work in inclement weather. Subject to contact with dust, dangerous machinery, noise, fumes, potential harm, vibration, communicable diseases, and hazardous chemicals. May be subject to performing physically challenging work in environmentally adverse and dangerous conditions.

Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM; Monday through Friday;Works some nights, and some weekends

Department:Emergency Services

Location:5555 Airport Blvd., Austin

Criminal and EmploymentBackground Check Required.