Trauma nurse job description

Pediatric Trauma Nurse Registrar -Trauma Administration - (220001VV) Description
Facility Profile
TGH is the area's only level I trauma center and one of just two ABA-verified adult & pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters*, we transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to one of the busiest solid organ transplant centers in the country. TGH is a nationally designated comprehensive stroke center, and has a 32-bed Neuroscience Intensive Care Unit. Other outstanding centers include cardiovascular, orthopedics, high-risk and normal obstetrics, urology, ENT, endocrinology, and the Children's Medical Center, which features a nine-bed pediatric intensive care unit and pediatric kidney transplant services. As the region's leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.

Tampa General Hospital was named the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report, 2020-2021, and recognized as one of America's Best Hospital's in five medical specialties: Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Nephrology, and Orthopedics. Tampa General Hospital has been designated a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), the highest recognition for nursing excellence, for the fourth consecutive time - an accomplishment that fewer than one percent of hospitals nationwide have earned. TGH is accredited by The Joint Commission and was awarded disease-specific certification in five medical specialties. TGH is also accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). *Air transport provided by Metro Aviation, Inc.

Department Profile

Tampa General's Emergency & Trauma Center has six trauma rooms, including one dedicated to pediatric patients. The center has 66 treatment rooms and two operating rooms. There were more than 75,000, adult emergency and trauma visits in FY2014, and more than 15,000 pediatric patient visits. The center has areas dedicated to minor emergency, chest pain, and stroke. The Emergency & Trauma Center has a dedicated pediatric emergency care center which includes a pediatric waiting area. Our multi-system trauma program and state-licensed stroke center have received disease-specific certification from The Joint Commission. Our team of dedicated emergency care professionals provides patients with the highest quality of care. Our highly qualified and experienced Aero med medical team includes RNs, Paramedics and EMTs. Our aviation partners, the pilots and mechanics, also are integral team members.

Job Summary

Accurately performs concurrent high quality data collection and data entry for pediatric trauma patients in compliance with the National Trauma Data Standards (NTDS). Assists the Trauma Performance Improvement Coordinator and the Pediatric Trauma Program Coordinator in monitoring quality indicators and analyzing data to support the performance improvement and patient safety (PIPS) process. Responsible for report generation as well as data submission to regulatory agencies. Performs ICD-10 coding, E-coding, and injury scaling (AIS) on all pediatric trauma patients. Collaborates with Pediatric Trauma Medical Director, Pediatric Trauma APRN and Pediatric Trauma Program Coordinator to provide clinical and systems oversight and trauma education to ensure provision of efficient, quality care. Assists in continuing education, pediatric trauma outreach, and research initiatives through the pediatric trauma team. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision, and values of Tampa General Hospital.

Qualifications Required Skills
Graduate of an accredited baccalaureate program in nursing. Licensed to practice nursing in the state of Florida. Requires 2-3 years of trauma and/or critical care experience, pediatric experience preferred. Must attend or have previously attended the American Trauma Society's Trauma Registry Course and the Association of the Advancement of Automotive Medicine's Injury Scaling (AIS) Course. Must maintain minimum registry-specific continuing education requirements per year and become CSTR certified within two years of hire. Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) certification required with instructor status within 2 years of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Current certification of at least one of the following: CPEN, TCRN, CPN
Primary Location: TampaWork Locations: TGH Main Campus 1 Tampa General Circle Tampa 33606Job: Nursing (LPNs, RNs) Organization: TGH - HospitalSchedule: Full-time Scheduled Days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, FridayShift: Day JobJob Posting: Aug 29, 2022, 3:50:45 PM

10% FTE. Per Diem Registered Nurses must commit to work a minimum of 16 hours, per four (4) week scheduling period in direct patient care. One shift must be an evening, night, weekend or holiday as applicable to operations. We offer a competitive starting pay, relevant work experience will be considered, this position also includes a shift/weekend differential. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Bring your nursing expertise to the #1 Hospital in Wisconsin as a Surgical Trauma Nurse.

We are seeking a Registered Nurse :

• Join a team of REMARKABLE nurses and have the opportunity to care for high acuity and complexity GC and IMC patients.
• 26-bed unit with nurse driven collaboration providing care to acutely ill trauma and surgical patients.
• Includes a twelve-bed unit where critical thinking is a must, offering more intense monitoring and care when unforeseen complications arise.
• Nurses are an integral part of the multidisciplinary team with a strong voice in advocating for quality patient care.

Education :
Preferred - Baccalaureate degree in nursing

Work Experience :
Minimum - One (1) year recent acute medical or surgical experience required
Preferred - Trauma, IMC experience

Licenses and Certifications :
Minimum - Registration as a professional nurse in the State of Wisconsin, CPR certification
Preferred - ACLS certification

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities :

• Knowledge regarding quality improvement and standards of care within practice area.
• Experience in teaching patients and families
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to effectively delegate and supervise the work of other nursing team members

Physical Requirements :
Medium: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
UW Health is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, women, and LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/vets.

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet -designated facility that's ranked Wisconsin's #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Learn more about this opening

UW Hospital and Clinics benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Trauma Nurse Clinician PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications In This Role You Will:

The Trauma Clinician will coordinate trauma performance improvement for all trauma cases. The Trauma Clinician demonstrates clinical competency and acts as a clinical resource, functioning as a role model for patient care and assists in staff development. The individual reports to the Director of Trauma Services.

What qualifications you will need :

• Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Registered Nurse
• Associate Degree
• 3 years experience Required Years of Experience

No Travel Travel Required

HCA Florida Kendall Hospital is located in west Miami-Dade County. Our acute care facility has 417-beds. Our services include trauma, burn, surgical, women's and children's services, behavioral health and diagnostic services. We have two full service free-standing ER facilities. HCA Florida Kendall Hospital has received the Distinguished Hospital Award for Overall Clinical Excellence from HealthGrades. This national recognition places us in the top 5% of hospitals for overall clinical quality. We are a Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center certified by the Florida Department of Health. We are verified as a Level I Adult Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons. The hospital is certified by the Joint Commission as a Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center. We are one of five American Burn Association's verified Burn Centers in the state. With six ACGME accredited Graduate Medical Education programs, we strive to be a leading community-based research hospital. Join our team at HCA Florida Kendall Hospital and experience a dynamic career. One that rewards clinical professionals for their commitment, provides growth opportunities. We encourage you to enjoy a healthy lifestyle outside of work in a diverse and friendly community.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Trauma Nurse Clinician PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.