Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator Full Time Days

Position Summary

The Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator is responsible and accountable for promoting, monitoring and evaluating high quality, safe, cost-effective health care by all members of the trauma team. The Trauma Program & Injury Prevention Coordinator is responsible for the coordination and integration of trauma service improvement programs, supporting both trauma centers in Palm Beach County, Delray Medical Center and St. Mary's Medical Center. Works with the trauma teams at both facilities to coordinate and plan injury prevention activities that meet the needs of each community and their unique populations. Also responsible and accountable for development, promoting and implementation of injury prevention programs related to trauma center designation requirements. The Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator position is based on County, State and regulatory standards. The position requires: the ability to work autonomously in a role that is community focused, interacting with local government and private agencies, creating interpersonal and professional relationships-- working together to improve lives through injury prevention. It is a challenging and rewarding opportunity to enhance the quality of life and make a positive difference.

Position Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Minimum: Education recognized by the State of Florida as qualification for Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Social Worker or EMT.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum: Four (4) years of clinical experience in chosen field and/or experience in community health organization or other health and human services relatable field.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE/REGISTRATION:

• Florida license as a Registered Nurse, Paramedic, Social Worker, or EMT
• American Heart Association BLS required.
  

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge of Joint Commission Standards, Quality Improvement Process, and Risk Management
• Knowledge of Infection Control Surveillance and Universal Precautions
• Knowledge of Florida State Department of Health SATC/SAPTRC Approval Standards
• Knowledge of Palm Beach County Health Care District Trauma Agency Mandates
• Active participant in continuing education and professional groups in order to remain current in practice and changes in regulations.
• Ability to use judgment and discretion in dealing with confidential information

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Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.