Trauma Injury Prevention and Outreach Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:## The#Injury#Prevention## Outreach Coordinator#is responsible for the planning, development, coordination, implementation,#and#evaluation of the Trauma Injury Prevention, Outreach, and#Education Program in accordance with the#American College of Surgeons (ACS) Resources for Optimal Care of the Injured Patient#standards.

This position utilizes trauma registry data, community health assessments,#and#evidence-based practices to reduce#injury-related morbidity#and#mortality through#prevention#initiatives, professional education,#and#community partnerships. This position is also responsible for assisting the Trauma Performance Improvement Coordinator with facilitating the Performance Improvement and Patient Safety (PIPS) program to ensure high-quality, evidence-based care for injured patients.

The#coordinator#collaborates with the Trauma Medical Director, Trauma Program Manager, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), hospital departments,#and#community stakeholders to improve trauma care across the continuum#and#ensure compliance with ACS verification requirements. # EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE: Minimum Required:# Bachelor#s degree in Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Public Health, Health Education, Community Health, or a related healthcare field.

Preferred: Trauma Certified Registered Nurse (TCRN), Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN), Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES), Stop the Bleed instructor ADDITIONAL SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:# Must maintain current certification and professional license as required for job function. Excellent communication, presentation,#and#public speaking abilities.

Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams#and#community stakeholders. Required completion of all mandatory education as determined by UNC Southeastern and departmental leadership