Trauma Resource Nurse
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Loma Linda
Posted on: January 24, 2023
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Job Description:
UH: Trauma Service Support (Full-Time, Day Shift)-
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
The Trauma Resource Nurse is a seasoned expert in all levels of
adult and pediatric trauma care and rotates among Loma Linda
University Health Hospitals (Medical Center, East Campus Hospital,
Surgical Hospital, Children's Hospital) providing care and
education for trauma patients, clinical staff, and the community
including, but not limited to, pre-hospital care providers,
corporations, schools and outside healthcare organizations.
Significantly contributes to the preparation and maintenance of
Level I Trauma Center designation. Serves as an exemplary role
model in patient care delivery methods and consistently
demonstrates an advanced level of clinical practice, communication,
and documentation. Functions in a patient-centered care model of
practice and facilitates the empowerment of the nursing profession.
Excels in implementing new knowledge, innovations and improvements
in practice to enhance the patient experience and clinical
outcomes. Educates staff nurses to perform complex procedures for a
specialized trauma patient population in the inpatient, outpatient,
and pre-hospital environments. Applies theoretical concepts to
clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and
clinical skills with a focus in trauma and injury prevention.
Utilizes interpersonal skills to maximize excellence in customer
service, safe patient care, and professionalism. Contributes to a
work environment of caring and cooperation among a culturally
diverse workforce and patient population. Participates in on-call
schedule. Performs other duties as needed.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. If hired prior to
May 1, 2018, Bachelor's Degree may be in progress. Minimum three
years clinical nursing experience in pediatric and/or adult trauma
services required. California Registered Nurse (RN) License
required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life
Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
certification from the American Heart Association required. Trauma
Nurse Course Certification (TNCC) required. Emergency Nurse
Pediatric Course (ENPC) preferred. Mobile Intensive Care Nurse
(MICN) certification preferred. Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
preferred. Valid driver's license and automobile insurance required
upon hire.
Advanced competencies in emergency and trauma nursing and thorough
knowledge of Level 1 Trauma regulations and survey process
required. Demonstrates advanced competencies in emergency and
trauma clinical nursing. Ability to apply theoretical concepts to
clinical practice and continually expands knowledge base and
clinical skills with a focus in trauma. Exhibit professional
behavior at all times. Able to: speak, read and write legibly in
English (and Spanish preferred) with professional quality; use
computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position,
e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, electronic medical record,
electronic event reporting program; troubleshoot and calibrate
patient care equipment; perform technical patient care activities;
relate and communicate positively, effectively and professionally
with others; be assertive and consistent in following and/or
enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under
pressure; lead, supervise, teach and collaborate; accept direction;
think critically; work independently with minimal supervision;
perform basic math and statistical functions; manage multiple
assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work
well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with
accuracy; pay close attention to detail; distinguish colors and
smells as necessary for patient care; hear sufficiently for general
conversation in person and on the telephone; identify and
distinguish various sounds associated with the work place; see
adequately to read computer screens, medical records and written
documents necessary to position; discern temperature variances
through touch.
Additional Information
Compensation
US Dollar (USD)
46.87
US Dollar (USD)
66.23
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Fontana , Trauma Resource Nurse, Healthcare , Loma Linda, California
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