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Posted: 22-May-25
Location: Dallas, Texas
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Internal Number: 25008714
LOCATION: Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas
SPECIALTY/DEPARTMENT: Trauma
SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Full-time days, Monday-Friday, and occasional weekend to attend events
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
- Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
- Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
- Immediate access to time off benefits
At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level
Job Summary
As a Trauma Injury Prevention Coordinator RN with guidance from the Trauma Program Manager. Coordinate and assist Injury Prevention Programs and help elevate regional outcomes by spreading awareness and expertise.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Review trauma data from hospitals and communities to identify patterns and injury risk factors for prevention strategies. This strategy, updated yearly, will be based on local, regional, and national statistics as well as new laws.
- Plan injury prevention activities annually. From facility to national levels. Join committees. Record activities for reporting.
- Implement alcohol screening procedures to identify patients with alcohol abuse problems, in line with standards set by medical bodies.
- Identify suitable funding sources, such as grants, and carry out the application process to support the injury prevention scheme.
- Maintain the trauma website and social media with regular updates on the Trauma Blog and Facebook page.
- Be part of multidisciplinary research on injury prevention aimed at reducing identified injuries.
- Act as a knowledgeable source of information for media coverage related to injury prevention education and public service announcements.
Key Success Factors
- You'll need a general understanding of Epidemiology terminology, theories, and their application.
- Knowing laws, norms, and regulations, plus requirements for certification and accreditation is important. Understanding hospital and department guidelines for nursing care is necessary.
- To be successful, learn medical terms, health tools, medicines, and possible side effects and reactions. Understanding health is important.
- Effective verbal and written communication is a key aspect of the role.
- It is important to have critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Necessary computer skills include Microsoft Office, information security, scheduling, payroll systems, electronic medical documentation, and email.
- Experience in Trauma/Emergency/Critical Care is a valuable plus.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree in Nursing.
- A minimum of (3) three years' experience in the field is desired.
- RN license.
- Applicants must have BLS certification, or get it within 30 days of hire.