Rn-trauma Specialist
Mercy
Springfield, Illinois, US
About the Role
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Trauma Nurse Clinician is a key role in resuscitation and coordination of all aspects of the care of the trauma patient including clinical care in initial trauma activations, serving as a resource person for staff, communication with the families, communicating with referral facilities, organizing care amongst the sub-specialist physicians while assuring movement through the system. Implementing continuous performance improvement measures to ensure optimal trauma care is provided. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
Position Details:
Education: Graduate of an accredited registered professional nursing program
Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and/or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
Experience:Three years of clinical patient care experience in Emergency Department, ICU, EMS, or Flight setting.
Certifications:Must obtain TNCC within 6 months of hire/transfer. Must obtain ACLS/PALS within 3 months of hire/transfer.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: Must have excellent communication skills. Work well with minimal direction. Have extensive knowledge of the Health System as well as knowledge of trauma. Serve as a resource to staff, families and physicians. Have the ability to defuse stressful situations and handle multiple tasks. Good problem-solving skills as well as being resourceful.
Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements:Ability to deal with stressful situations. Standing/walking for long periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree Licensure: Experience: Certification/Registration: TCRN, CEN, CCRN, etc. Other Skills and Knowledge: Trauma Registry Knowledge, Excel knowledge Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters.
At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.
As we grow, you'll grow with us.
keyword(s): RN - Trauma Specialist RN - Trauma Specialist - Part time
Preferred Qualifications: Education: Bachelors degree Licensure: Experience: Certification/Registration: TCRN, CEN, CCRN, etc. Other Skills and Knowledge: Trauma Registry Knowledge, Excel knowledge Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.
Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters.
At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion.
As we grow, you'll grow with us.
keyword(s): RN - Trauma Specialist RN - Trauma Specialist - Part time
Responsibilities
- Lead trauma resuscitation coordination
- Coordinate patient care across trauma subspecialists
- Mentor staff and communicate with families
Qualifications
- RN license
- TNCC/ACLS/PALS within specified timelines
- Bachelors preferred
Required Skills
EMC/ICU/ED experience
trauma care knowledge
communication skills
stress management
problem-solving
Keywords
RN
Trauma
Trauma Specialist
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